US 281 over Lynn Creek
FairJack County, Texas · 3.0 MI S of FM-1191 · Structure no. 021200024905015
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,616
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Lynn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Lynn Creek in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 100 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 1,616 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,750 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over Lynn Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is US 281 over Lynn 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 281 over Lynn Creek carry?
About 1,616 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Lynn Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over Lynn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.