SH 71 over Oatman Creek
FairLlano County, Texas · 0.60 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 141500070004016
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 150 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,905
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Oatman Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 71 over Oatman Creek in Llano County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 73 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 4,905 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,380 by 2033. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Oatman Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is SH 71 over Oatman Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Oatman Creek carry?
About 4,905 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Oatman Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Oatman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.