SH 71 over Yupon Creek
FairColorado County, Texas · 0.55 MI NW of FM 1890 · Structure no. 130450026602069
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 74 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,093
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Yupon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Yupon 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 6 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 12,093 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,500 by 2033. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Yupon Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 over Yupon 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Yupon Creek carry?
About 12,093 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Yupon Creek?
The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 71 over Yupon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.