SH 71 over Gravell Branch
GoodFayette County, Texas · 4.35 MI SE of SH 159 · Structure no. 130760026601052
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,018
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Gravell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Gravell Branch in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 11,018 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,820 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Gravell Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 over Gravell Branch 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 Gravell Branch carry?
About 11,018 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Gravell Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 71 over Gravell Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.