US Bridges

First ST over US 385

Good

Ector County, Texas · 0.05 MI S of Bus 20 · Structure no. 060690022901039

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
88 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,304
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

First ST over US 385 is a concrete continuous slab carrying First ST over US 385 in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,304 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,826 by 2041. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFirst ST
CrossesUS 385
Location0.05 MI S of Bus 20
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.84482, -102.36712
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length88 ft (26.8 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width72 ft (22 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,304 (2021)
Projected traffic1,826 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was First ST over US 385 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is First ST over US 385 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does First ST over US 385 carry?

About 1,304 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is First ST over US 385?

The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns First ST over US 385?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.