US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1
FairFranklin County, Texas · 2.2 MI NW of FM 71 · Structure no. 010810022104056
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,140
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1 in Franklin County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 4,140 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,650 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1 built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1 carry?
About 4,140 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 271 over Sulphur River Relief #1?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.