US 271 over Walsh Creek
FairSmith County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of SH 155 · Structure no. 102120016501019
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,262
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 271 over Walsh Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 271 over Walsh Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 89 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 21,262 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,400 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 271 over Walsh Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US 271 over Walsh 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 271 over Walsh Creek carry?
About 21,262 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 271 over Walsh Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 271 over Walsh Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.