SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib
GoodTravis County, Texas · 0.6 MI W of RM 3238 · Structure no. 142270070003040
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,421
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 78 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 45,421 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,500 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib carry?
About 45,421 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SH 71 over Hamilton Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.