US 281 SB over FM 162
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 2.4 MI S of FM 490 · Structure no. 211090025507254
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 204 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,649
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over FM 162 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 SB over FM 162 in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 9,649 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,260 by 2033. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 SB over FM 162 built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over FM 162 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 281 SB over FM 162 carry?
About 9,649 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over FM 162?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 SB over FM 162?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.