US Bridges

NB Stadium DR over US 281

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.25 MI N of Mulberry ST · Structure no. 150150007308119

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
211 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,735
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NB Stadium DR over US 281 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB Stadium DR 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 6,735 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,103 by 2042. The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long and 48 ft wide.

CarriesNB Stadium DR
CrossesUS 281
Location0.25 MI N of Mulberry ST
RouteCity Street 2580
StateTexas
Coordinates29.4608, -98.4803
Functional classUrban Local

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length211 ft (64.3 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,735 (2023)
Projected traffic10,103 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was NB Stadium DR over US 281 built?

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

What condition is NB Stadium DR 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 2024.

How much traffic does NB Stadium DR over US 281 carry?

About 6,735 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is NB Stadium DR over US 281?

The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns NB Stadium DR over US 281?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.