US 281 over North Cypress Creek
GoodBlanco County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of FM 962 W · Structure no. 140160025203034
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 68 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,367
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over North Cypress Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over North Cypress Creek in Blanco County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 9,367 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,490 by 2039. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over North Cypress Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 over North Cypress Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 over North Cypress Creek carry?
About 9,367 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over North Cypress Creek?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over North Cypress Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.