US 281 Sbml over FM 1863
GoodComal County, Texas · 3.90 MI S of SH 46 · Structure no. 150460025303085
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 269 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,913
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Sbml over FM 1863 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 Sbml over FM 1863 in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 17,913 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,690 by 2033. The structure is 269 ft (82 m) long and 41 ft wide.
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 US 281 Sbml over FM 1863 built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 Sbml over FM 1863 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 Sbml over FM 1863 carry?
About 17,913 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Sbml over FM 1863?
The structure is 269 ft (82 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 Sbml over FM 1863?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.