SH 71 over Bedford Creek
GoodLlano County, Texas · 6.95 MI NW of RM 2233 · Structure no. 141500070004019
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Bedford Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Bedford Creek in Llano County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2012, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,410 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Bedford Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is SH 71 over Bedford Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Bedford Creek carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Bedford Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Bedford Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.