SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br
GoodBastrop County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of SH 21/SH 95 · Structure no. 140110026505123
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 482 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,493
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br in Bastrop County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 4,493 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,289 by 2042. The structure is 482 ft (146.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br carry?
About 4,493 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br?
The structure is 482 ft (146.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns SH 21; SH 71 WB Rp over Uprr; Mlk; Gills Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.