US Bridges

Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.8 MI N of Mulberry ST · Structure no. 150150007308116

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
28,524
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281 in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 28,524 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,000 by 2030. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 90 ft wide.

CarriesHildebrand Ave Ml
CrossesUS 281
Location0.8 MI N of Mulberry ST
RouteCity Street 6165
StateTexas
Coordinates29.46567, -98.47386
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.5 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,524 (2020)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281 built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281 carry?

About 28,524 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns Hildebrand Ave Ml over US 281?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.