US 281 over Mesquite Creek
Fair Condition86 years old3,894 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hamilton |
| Location | 8.8 Mi N Of SH 36 |
| Carries | US 281 |
| Crosses | Mesquite Creek |
| Coordinates | 31.82867, -98.11530 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Tee Beam |
| Total Length | 140.1 ft (42.7 m) |
| Max Span | 35.1 ft (10.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 45.9 ft (14 m) |
| Deck Area | 597.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1940 (reconstructed 1961) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 3,894 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 17% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 090980025101039 |