SH 71 over Draw
GoodColorado County, Texas · 0.35 MI N of FM 333 · Structure no. 130450026604033
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,578
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Draw in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 93 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 4,578 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,409 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. 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 Draw built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Draw carry?
About 4,578 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Draw?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.