SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief
FairJefferson County, Texas · 6.0 MI E of SH 124 · Structure no. 201240050804043
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,254
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief is a concrete slab carrying SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 7,254 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,140 by 2042. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief carry?
About 7,254 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 73 WB over Mayhaw Bayou Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.