US 281 SB over FM 624
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · US 281 @ FM 624 · Structure no. 161260025403058
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 354 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,587
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over FM 624 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 SB over FM 624 in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 4,587 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,330 by 2033. The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long and 40 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 SB over FM 624 built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over FM 624 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 SB over FM 624 carry?
About 4,587 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over FM 624?
The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 SB over FM 624?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.