US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD
GoodWichita County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of SH 79 · Structure no. 032430024901065
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 168 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,160
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD 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 2,160 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,710 by 2033. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD 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 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD carry?
About 2,160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD?
The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 281 SB over Lp 473/RATHGEBER RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.