US Bridges

US 271 over Txu Haul RD

Fair

Titus County, Texas · 0.60 MI NW of Bu 271 · Structure no. 192250022105053

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
195 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,476
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 271 over Txu Haul RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 271 over Txu Haul RD in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 6,476 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,740 by 2033. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 271
CrossesTxu Haul RD
Location0.60 MI NW of Bu 271
RouteU.S. Route 271
CountyTitus County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.22414, -95.01505
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,476 (2024)
Projected traffic7,740 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 271 over Txu Haul RD built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 271 over Txu Haul RD 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 271 over Txu Haul RD carry?

About 6,476 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 271 over Txu Haul RD?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 271 over Txu Haul RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.