US 281A over Dry Branch
FairAtascosa County, Texas · 2.05 MI S of FM 1099 · Structure no. 150070007313026
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,760
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281A over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 281A over Dry Branch in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,760 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281A over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281A over Dry Branch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 281A over Dry Branch carry?
About 1,760 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 281A over Dry Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 281A over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.