US Bridges

US 281 over Ramirena Draw

Good

Live Oak County, Texas · 3.3 MI N of FM 3162 · Structure no. 161490025402066

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,033
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 281 over Ramirena Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Ramirena Draw in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 9,033 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,870 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long.

CarriesUS 281
CrossesRamirena Draw
Location3.3 MI N of FM 3162
RouteU.S. Route 281
StateTexas
Coordinates28.15511, -98.1029
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,033 (2020)
Projected traffic12,870 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure4
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 Ramirena Draw built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 281 over Ramirena Draw 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 Ramirena Draw carry?

About 9,033 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is US 281 over Ramirena Draw?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 281 over Ramirena Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.