SH 71 over Williamson Creek
FairTravis County, Texas · 1.0 MI W of US 290 · Structure no. 142270070003012
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,281
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Williamson Creek is a concrete slab carrying SH 71 over Williamson Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1966, 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 6 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 28,281 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,760 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SH 71 over Williamson Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is SH 71 over Williamson 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Williamson Creek carry?
About 28,281 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Williamson Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over Williamson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.