US 281 Nbml over SH 46
GoodComal County, Texas · 3.9 MI N of FM 1863 · Structure no. 150460025303053
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 215 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,669
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Nbml over SH 46 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 Nbml over SH 46 in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 13,669 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,470 by 2033. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US 281 Nbml over SH 46 built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 Nbml over SH 46 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does US 281 Nbml over SH 46 carry?
About 13,669 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Nbml over SH 46?
The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 Nbml over SH 46?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.