Bus 281 over Drain
FairJim Wells County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of FM 3376 · Structure no. 161260025403030
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,795
- 2024 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 1998, 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 3,795 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,490 by 2033. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long. 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1998.
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 3,795 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Bus 281 over Drain?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Bus 281 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.