US Bridges

Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR

Fair

El Paso County, Texas · 2.8 MI N of IH 10 · Structure no. 240720016701014

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
734 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
14,456
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 14,456 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 2030. The structure is 734 ft (223.7 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCassidy RD
CrossesUS 54 & BNSF RR
Location2.8 MI N of IH 10
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.81252, -106.44134
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length734 ft (223.7 m)
Longest span106 ft (32.3 m)
Deck width82 ft (24.9 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,456 (2013)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR carry?

About 14,456 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR?

The structure is 734 ft (223.7 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Cassidy RD over US 54 & BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.