US Bridges

SH 71 over Presidential Blvd

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.70 MI SE of US 183 · Structure no. 142270026501061

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
56,785
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 71 over Presidential Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 71 over Presidential Blvd in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 56,785 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,280 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 126 ft wide.

CarriesSH 71
CrossesPresidential Blvd
Location1.70 MI SE of US 183
RouteState Highway 71
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21285, -97.65869
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width126 ft (38.4 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic56,785 (2020)
Projected traffic76,280 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 71 over Presidential Blvd built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 71 over Presidential Blvd 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 71 over Presidential Blvd carry?

About 56,785 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 71 over Presidential Blvd?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.

Who owns SH 71 over Presidential Blvd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Local Toll Authority.