US 281 SB over Salado Ck
FairJim Wells County, Texas · 5.20 MI N of FM 716 · Structure no. 161260025502084
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,238
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over Salado Ck is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 SB over Salado Ck in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 5,238 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,123 by 2042. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 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 SB over Salado Ck built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over Salado Ck 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 SB over Salado Ck carry?
About 5,238 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over Salado Ck?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 281 SB over Salado Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.