US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta
FairEl Paso County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of SH 20 · Structure no. 240720000212107
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 632 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,390
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,390 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,540 by 2033. The structure is 632 ft (192.6 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta carry?
About 15,390 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta?
The structure is 632 ft (192.6 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 62 EB over UPRR Canal and Ta?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.