US 281 over Bitters RD
FairBexar County, Texas · 3.25 MI S of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150025304062
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 290 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 132,551
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Bitters RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 over Bitters RD 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 132,551 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 208,820 by 2033. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 138 ft wide.
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 over Bitters RD built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 281 over Bitters RD 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 2022.
How much traffic does US 281 over Bitters RD carry?
About 132,551 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Bitters RD?
The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 138 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over Bitters RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.