SH 71 WB over Colorado River Relief

Good Condition44 years old8,350 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyColorado
Location0.9 Mi N Of US 90
CarriesSH 71 WB
CrossesColorado River Relief
Coordinates29.71704, -96.57953

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Area557.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1982

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,350 (2021)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number130450026602060

Nearby Bridges