SH 71 over Draw
GoodMcCulloch County, Texas · 1.40 MI SE of US 87 · Structure no. 231600256101002
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,270
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Draw in McCulloch County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 64 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 1,270 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,254 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Draw built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is SH 71 over Draw 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Draw carry?
About 1,270 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.