US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds
FairBee County, Texas · 1.2 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 160130010008096
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 340 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,413
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 4,413 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,179 by 2042. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds carry?
About 4,413 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds?
The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 181 NB over Poesta Creek & T-Arounds?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.