US 281 NB over Drain
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 2.5 MI S of SH 141 · Structure no. 161260025501010
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,037
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 NB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 NB 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 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 6,037 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,366 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 NB 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 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 NB over Drain carry?
About 6,037 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 281 NB over Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 NB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.