US 79 over Drain
FairWilliamson County, Texas · 3.30 MI E of FM 1063 · Structure no. 142460020404183
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,222
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Drain in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,222 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,511 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Drain built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Drain carry?
About 8,222 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Drain?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 79 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.