US 281 over Lampasas River
FairLampasas County, Texas · 0.05 MI N of FM 581 S · Structure no. 231410025105020
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 224 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 236
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Lampasas River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 over Lampasas River in Lampasas County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 91 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 236 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,695 by 2038. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 over Lampasas River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US 281 over Lampasas River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 over Lampasas River carry?
About 236 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Lampasas River?
The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over Lampasas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.