US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek
FairBexar County, Texas · 1.65 MI N of Loop 1604 · Structure no. 150150007302093
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,898
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,898 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,190 by 2033. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SB over Palo Blanco Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek carry?
About 5,898 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 SB over Palo Blanco Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.