FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River
FairHopkins County, Texas · 1.05 MI NW of FM 3134 · Structure no. 011130146603001
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 305
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River is a concrete culvert carrying FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River in Hopkins County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 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 305 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 372 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 71 over Old South Sulphur 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River carry?
About 305 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FM 71 over Old South Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.