US 281 over Sims Creek
Fair Condition92 years old5,306 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Erath |
| Location | 0.4 Mi S Of FM 913 |
| Carries | US 281 |
| Crosses | Sims Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.13174, -98.13205 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Tee Beam |
| Total Length | 86.0 ft (26.2 m) |
| Max Span | 28.5 ft (8.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 45.9 ft (14 m) |
| Deck Area | 366.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1934 (reconstructed 1962) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 5,306 (2024) |
| Truck Traffic | 14% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 824 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 020730025004008 |