US 281 SB over Escondido Creek

Good Condition48 years old6,934 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyJim Wells
Location0.7 Mi S Of SH 141
CarriesUS 281 SB
CrossesEscondido Creek
Coordinates27.53995, -98.09937

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width40.4 ft (12.3 m)
Deck Area450.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1978

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,934 (2024)
Truck Traffic21%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number161260025501057

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