US Bridges

US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.10 MI N of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150007308261

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
108 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,780
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 13,780 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,300 by 2033. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 281 NB on Rp
CrossesUS 281 NB Off Rp
Location1.10 MI N of IH 410
RouteU.S. Route 281
StateTexas
Coordinates29.53453, -98.48884
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,780 (2013)
Projected traffic19,300 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp carry?

About 13,780 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns US 281 NB on Rp over US 281 NB Off Rp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.