SH 71 over SH 159
FairFayette County, Texas · 1.55 MI SE of US 77 · Structure no. 130760026601077
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 265 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,724
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over SH 159 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 71 over SH 159 in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,724 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,450 by 2033. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 94 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over SH 159 built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 over SH 159 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 SH 71 over SH 159 carry?
About 5,724 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over SH 159?
The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over SH 159?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.