US 281 SB over Tuleta DR
FairBexar County, Texas · 0.25 MI S of Hildebrand · Structure no. 150150007308117
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 730 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 77,970
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over Tuleta DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 SB over Tuleta DR 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 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 77,970 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,160 by 2033. The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long and 59 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 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 Tuleta DR built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over Tuleta DR 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does US 281 SB over Tuleta DR carry?
About 77,970 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over Tuleta DR?
The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 SB over Tuleta DR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.