US 79 over Sandy Creek Branch

Fair Condition99 years old6,172 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMilam
Location4.05 Mi E Of US 77
CarriesUS 79
CrossesSandy Creek Branch
Coordinates30.69007, -96.91895

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length98.1 ft (29.9 m)
Max Span14.1 ft (4.3 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area382.7 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1927 (reconstructed 1952)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,172 (2023)
Truck Traffic34%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number171660020406027

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