US 281 Nbfr over Drain
FairBexar County, Texas · 0.45 MI S of Bitters RD · Structure no. 150150025304061
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,230
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Nbfr over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 Nbfr over Drain in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 45 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 17,230 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,120 by 2033. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 Nbfr over Drain built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 281 Nbfr 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 Nbfr over Drain carry?
About 17,230 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Nbfr over Drain?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 281 Nbfr over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.