Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River
FairClosed to trafficFayette County, Texas · 0.70 MI W of US 77 · Structure no. 130760026514038
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,414 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,760
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River is a steel truss - thru carrying Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 4,760 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,280 by 2033. The structure is 1,414 ft (431 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River carry?
About 4,760 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River?
The structure is 1,414 ft (431 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 71 E WB over Colorado River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.