SH 71 over Brush Creek
GoodColorado County, Texas · 3.00 MI SE of Fayette C/L · Structure no. 130450026602068
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,093
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Brush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Brush 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 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 12,093 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,500 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Brush Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 over Brush Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Brush Creek carry?
About 12,093 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Brush Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 71 over Brush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.