SH 71 over Colorado River

Fair Condition39 years old12,954 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyFayette
Location1.05 Mi W Of US 77
CarriesSH 71
CrossesColorado River
Coordinates29.91312, -96.89603

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1325.1 ft (403.9 m)
Max Span125.0 ft (38.1 m)
Deck Width86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Deck Area10582.2 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,954 (2020)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number130760026508092

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