SH 71 over East Mustang Creek
GoodWharton County, Texas · 0.60 MI NW of FM 1300 · Structure no. 132410026605035
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,428
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 over East Mustang Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 71 over East Mustang Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 94 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 6,428 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,999 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 71 over East Mustang Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is SH 71 over East Mustang Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does SH 71 over East Mustang Creek carry?
About 6,428 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 over East Mustang Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 over East Mustang Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.