SH 71 over Waters Creek
FairLlano County, Texas · 6.60 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 141500070004018
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,008
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Waters Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 71 over Waters Creek in Llano County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 72 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 4,008 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,380 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Waters Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is SH 71 over Waters 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 Waters Creek carry?
About 4,008 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Waters Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Waters Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.