US Bridges

US 281 over TIM0N Creek

Good

Live Oak County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 161490025401062

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,002
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 281 over TIM0N Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over TIM0N Creek in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 10,002 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,630 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 106 ft wide.

CarriesUS 281
CrossesTIM0N Creek
Location0.3 MI S of US 59
RouteU.S. Route 281
StateTexas
Coordinates28.32206, -98.11408
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width106 ft (32.4 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,002 (2020)
Projected traffic14,630 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 281 over TIM0N Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 281 over TIM0N Creek 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 281 over TIM0N Creek carry?

About 10,002 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is US 281 over TIM0N Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.

Who owns US 281 over TIM0N Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.