Bus 281 SB over Draw
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 1.4 MI N of FM 3376 · Structure no. 161260025403079
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,380
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus 281 SB over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 281 SB over Draw in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,340 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus 281 SB over Draw built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bus 281 SB over Draw 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 Bus 281 SB over Draw carry?
About 2,380 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Bus 281 SB over Draw?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 281 SB over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.