US Bridges

US 271 over Sulphur River Relief

Good

Titus County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of FM 71 · Structure no. 192250022105060

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
430 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,638
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 271 over Sulphur River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 271 over Sulphur River Relief in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 4,638 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,440 by 2033. The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS 271
CrossesSulphur River Relief
Location1.40 MI N of FM 71
RouteU.S. Route 271
StateTexas
Coordinates33.37983, -95.12269
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length430 ft (131.1 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,638 (2020)
Projected traffic6,440 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 Sulphur River Relief built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 271 over Sulphur River Relief 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 271 over Sulphur River Relief carry?

About 4,638 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 271 over Sulphur River Relief?

The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 271 over Sulphur River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.