US 281 Ml & Exit over Drain
FairJim Wells County, Texas · 0.40 MI N of SH 141 · Structure no. 161260025501056
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,676
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Ml & Exit over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 Ml & Exit over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 47 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 8,676 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,240 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 Ml & Exit over Drain built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 281 Ml & Exit 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 Ml & Exit over Drain carry?
About 8,676 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Ml & Exit over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 281 Ml & Exit over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.