US 281 over Blanco River

Fair Condition66 years old15,388 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyBlanco
Location8.2 Mi S Of US 290 E
CarriesUS 281
CrossesBlanco River
Coordinates30.09224, -98.42299

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length390.1 ft (118.9 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width59.1 ft (18 m)
Deck Area2140.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,388 (2020)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number140160025301041

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