US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 3.30 MI S of Bus 83 · Structure no. 211090025509091
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,729
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 21,729 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,550 by 2031. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel 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 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel carry?
About 21,729 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 FR over Main Fldwy Pilot Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.