US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts
FairBexar County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of Basse RD · Structure no. 150150007308140
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 3,989 ft
- 34 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 69,271
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts 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 5 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 69,271 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,980 by 2042. The structure is 3,989 ft (1,215.8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts carry?
About 69,271 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts?
The structure is 3,989 ft (1,215.8 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 SB over Olmos Basin&city Sts?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.