SH 71 over Crier Creek
FairColorado County, Texas · 1.8 MI SE of Fayette C/L · Structure no. 130450026602067
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,575
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Crier Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Crier Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,575 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,577 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Crier Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 over Crier Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Crier Creek carry?
About 8,575 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Crier Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 71 over Crier Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.