Bus 281 over Drain
FairJim Wells County, Texas · 0.8 MI N of FM 3376 · Structure no. 161260025403029
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus 281 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 281 over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 94 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,660 by 2028. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus 281 over Drain built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is Bus 281 over Drain 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 2024.
How much traffic does Bus 281 over Drain carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Bus 281 over Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 281 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.