US 281 over FM 2508
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · Int. US 281 & FM 2508 · Structure no. 161260025501288
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,490
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over FM 2508 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 over FM 2508 in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 10,490 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,720 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 82 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over FM 2508 built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 over FM 2508 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does US 281 over FM 2508 carry?
About 10,490 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over FM 2508?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over FM 2508?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.