US 281 over Drain
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 5.50 MI S of FM 624 · Structure no. 161260025403053
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,293
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 66 years old, older 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 7,293 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,580 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 175 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over Drain built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 281 over Drain 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 over Drain carry?
About 7,293 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Drain?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 175 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.