SH 79 over Brazos River Rel
GoodYoung County, Texas · 0.5 MI SW of FM 926 · Structure no. 032520028401013
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 608
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 79 over Brazos River Rel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 79 over Brazos River Rel in Young County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 608 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 630 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 79 over Brazos River Rel built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 79 over Brazos River Rel 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SH 79 over Brazos River Rel carry?
About 608 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 79 over Brazos River Rel?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 79 over Brazos River Rel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.