US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can
FairCameron County, Texas · 0.90 MI E of FM 1479 · Structure no. 210310022003017
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,109
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can is a concrete slab carrying US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4,109 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can carry?
About 4,109 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over San Benito Low Level Can?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.