US Bridges

Sl 281 over Harris Creek

Fair

Gregg County, Texas · 0.60 MI NE of US 80 · Structure no. 100930264201001

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,247
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sl 281 over Harris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sl 281 over Harris Creek in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 19,247 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,150 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSl 281
CrossesHarris Creek
Location0.60 MI NE of US 80
RouteState Highway 281
StateTexas
Coordinates32.51482, -94.79197
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,247 (2018)
Projected traffic10,150 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sl 281 over Harris Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sl 281 over Harris 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Sl 281 over Harris Creek carry?

About 19,247 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Sl 281 over Harris Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sl 281 over Harris Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.