US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch
GoodWichita County, Texas · 0.35 MI N of Loop 473 · Structure no. 032430024901061
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 Nbfr over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.