SH 71 EB over Rocky Creek
GoodFayette County, Texas · 2.50 MI E of SH 159 · Structure no. 130760026601053
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,650
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 EB over Rocky Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 71 EB over Rocky Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 5,650 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,910 by 2033. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 SH 71 EB over Rocky Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 EB over Rocky 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 EB over Rocky Creek carry?
About 5,650 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 EB over Rocky Creek?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 EB over Rocky Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.