US 281 over Hunt Creek
FairComal County, Texas · 2.85 MI N of SH 46 · Structure no. 150460025303020
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,971
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Hunt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Hunt Creek in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 90 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 23,971 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,950 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over Hunt Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US 281 over Hunt Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 over Hunt Creek carry?
About 23,971 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Hunt Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 281 over Hunt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.