US 281 over El Caro Creek
Fair Condition95 years old7,293 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Jim Wells |
| Location | 8.0 Mi S Of FM 624 |
| Carries | US 281 |
| Crosses | El Caro Creek |
| Coordinates | 27.90543, -98.08896 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Culvert | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Culvert |
| Total Length | 47.9 ft (14.6 m) |
| Max Span | 4.9 ft (1.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 163.4 ft (49.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 727.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 6 |
| Year Built | 1931 (reconstructed 1993) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 7,293 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 34% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 324 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 161260025403023 |