US 281 over Simms Creek
Fair Condition92 years old3,587 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Lampasas |
| Location | 1.70 Mi S Of FM 581 |
| Carries | US 281 |
| Crosses | Simms Creek |
| Coordinates | 31.26821, -98.17435 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 224.1 ft (68.3 m) |
| Max Span | 89.9 ft (27.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 44.3 ft (13.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 922.0 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1934 (reconstructed 1963) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 3,587 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 17% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 124 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 231410025105022 |