US 281 NB over Nueces River

Fair Condition34 years old4,711 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyLive Oak
Location2.2 Mi S Of SH 72
CarriesUS 281 NB
CrossesNueces River
Coordinates28.42908, -98.17838

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length940.0 ft (286.5 m)
Max Span125.0 ft (38.1 m)
Deck Width40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Area3495.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1992

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,711 (2020)
Truck Traffic34%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number161490025401056

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