SH 71 WB over Pedernales River
FairTravis County, Texas · 0.25 MI N of RM 2322 · Structure no. 142270070003004
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 904 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,138
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 WB over Pedernales River is a steel continuous truss - deck carrying SH 71 WB over Pedernales River in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1949, 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 9,138 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,670 by 2033. The structure is 904 ft (275.5 m) long and 33 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 WB over Pedernales River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 WB over Pedernales River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 71 WB over Pedernales River carry?
About 9,138 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 WB over Pedernales River?
The structure is 904 ft (275.5 m) long with a longest span of 250 ft (76.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 WB over Pedernales River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.