SH 71 Toll over FM 973
GoodTravis County, Texas · 1.0 MI W of SH 130 · Structure no. 142270026501124
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 282 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,200
- 2015 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
SH 71 Toll over FM 973 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 71 Toll over FM 973 in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 14,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,300 by 2036. The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long and 94 ft wide.
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 Toll over FM 973 built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 Toll over FM 973 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 Toll over FM 973 carry?
About 14,200 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 Toll over FM 973?
The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 Toll over FM 973?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.