US 281 Sbfr over Drain
FairBexar County, Texas · 0.30 MI N of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150007308259
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 745 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,420
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Sbfr over Drain is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 Sbfr over Drain in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 3,420 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,788 by 2042. The structure is 745 ft (227.1 m) long and 50 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 Sbfr over Drain built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 Sbfr over Drain 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 Sbfr over Drain carry?
About 3,420 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Sbfr over Drain?
The structure is 745 ft (227.1 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 Sbfr over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.