FM 71 over South Sulphur River
PoorPosted for loadHopkins County, Texas · 1.45 MI NW of FM 2653 · Structure no. 011130146603002
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 282 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 305
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 71 over South Sulphur River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 71 over 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 305 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 420 by 2033. The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 FM 71 over South Sulphur River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 71 over South Sulphur River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does FM 71 over South Sulphur River carry?
About 305 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is FM 71 over South Sulphur River?
The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM 71 over South Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.