US 281 Sbml over Bu 281
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 7.61 MI N of SH 285 · Structure no. 161260025515297
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Other
- Other
- Length
- 720 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,342
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Sbml over Bu 281 is a other other carrying US 281 Sbml over Bu 281 in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 13,342 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,280 by 2042. The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long and 52 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 Sbml over Bu 281 built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 Sbml over Bu 281 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 Sbml over Bu 281 carry?
About 13,342 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Sbml over Bu 281?
The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 Sbml over Bu 281?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.