US 281 over Trib Brazos River
FairPalo Pinto County, Texas · 5.5 MI N of I20 · Structure no. 021820025001003
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,698
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 over Trib Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Trib Brazos River in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1956, 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 3,698 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,850 by 2037. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 106 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Trib Brazos River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US 281 over Trib Brazos 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 281 over Trib Brazos River carry?
About 3,698 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 281 over Trib Brazos River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 over Trib Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.