SH 71 over Draw
GoodBurnet County, Texas · 1.70 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 140270070001025
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,755
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Draw in Burnet County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 71 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 7,755 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,850 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Draw built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is SH 71 over Draw 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Draw carry?
About 7,755 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.