US 281 over Little Wichita River
GoodArcher County, Texas · 1.9 MI N of FM 172 · Structure no. 030050024903074
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 184 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,328
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Little Wichita River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 over Little Wichita River in Archer County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 4,328 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,059 by 2040. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 281 over Little Wichita River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 over Little Wichita River 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 281 over Little Wichita River carry?
About 4,328 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Little Wichita River?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (19 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over Little Wichita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.