US 271 over Ripley Creek Relief
GoodTitus County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of FM 1896 · Structure no. 192250022105061
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,874
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 271 over Ripley Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 271 over Ripley Creek Relief in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 4,874 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,230 by 2035. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 271 over Ripley Creek Relief built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 271 over Ripley Creek 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 Ripley Creek Relief carry?
About 4,874 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 271 over Ripley Creek Relief?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 271 over Ripley Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.