US 281 NB FR over Drain
FairJim Wells County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of SH 141 · Structure no. 161260025501008
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 NB FR over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 NB FR over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 99 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,800 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 US 281 NB FR over Drain built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is US 281 NB FR 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 NB FR over Drain carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 281 NB FR over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns US 281 NB FR over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.