US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST
FairBexar County, Texas · 0.95 MI S of Hildebrand · Structure no. 150150007308150
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 77,970
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 60 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST 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 NB over N ST Marys ST carry?
About 77,970 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 NB over N ST Marys ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.