US 281 over Milling Creek
FairPalo Pinto County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM2256/US281 · Structure no. 021820025001002
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,117
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Milling Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Milling Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 7,117 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,930 by 2037. The structure is 23 ft (7 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 over Milling Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 over Milling Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 281 over Milling Creek carry?
About 7,117 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Milling Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 281 over Milling Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.