US Bridges

US 79 SB over SH 95

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 1.20 MI E of FM 973 · Structure no. 142460032004068

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,303
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79 SB over SH 95 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 SB over SH 95 in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,303 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,379 by 2039. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 79 SB
CrossesSH 95
Location1.20 MI E of FM 973
RouteU.S. Route 79
StateTexas
Coordinates30.55511, -97.40801
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,303 (2019)
Projected traffic8,379 by 2039
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 79 SB over SH 95 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 79 SB over SH 95 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does US 79 SB over SH 95 carry?

About 5,303 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 79 SB over SH 95?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 79 SB over SH 95?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.