SH 71 over Hill Creek
GoodFayette County, Texas · 5.90 MI E of FM 154 · Structure no. 130760026508026
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,898
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Hill Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 92 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 13,898 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,790 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 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 Hill Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is SH 71 over Hill 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 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Hill Creek carry?
About 13,898 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Hill Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 71 over Hill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.