Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281
GoodBexar County, Texas · 1.25 MI S of Bitters RD · Structure no. 150150025304080
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 277 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,570
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281 in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1989 and reconstructed in 2014, 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 11,570 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,450 by 2030. The structure is 277 ft (84.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281 built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281 carry?
About 11,570 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281?
The structure is 277 ft (84.4 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Frontage RD U-Turn over US 281?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.