SH 71 EB over Dry Creek
FairTravis County, Texas · 0.4 MI NW of Bastrop C/L · Structure no. 142270026502045
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 270 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,478
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 EB over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 71 EB over Dry Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 76 years old, older 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 5 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 20,478 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,690 by 2033. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 EB over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is SH 71 EB over Dry Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 EB over Dry Creek carry?
About 20,478 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 EB over Dry Creek?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 EB over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.