SH 71 over US 281
GoodBurnet County, Texas · 1.1 MI N of Blanco C/L · Structure no. 140270025202029
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 325 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,471
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over US 281 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 71 over US 281 in Burnet County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 13,471 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,973 by 2039. The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long and 50 ft wide.
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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over US 281 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 over US 281 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over US 281 carry?
About 13,471 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over US 281?
The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over US 281?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.