US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek
GoodBexar County, Texas · 2.25 MI S of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150007308179
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 730 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 69,271
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek 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 69,271 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,980 by 2042. The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek 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 US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek carry?
About 69,271 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek?
The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 NB over Basse RD & Olmos Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.