US Bridges

Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54

Fair

El Paso County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of Lp 478 · Structure no. 240720016701039

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
476 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54 in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2030. The structure is 476 ft (145.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesJulian Ave Tank CR
CrossesUS 54
Location0.3 MI S of Lp 478
StateTexas
Coordinates31.84663, -106.44014
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length476 ft (145.1 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2013)
Projected traffic100 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54 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 Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54 carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54?

The structure is 476 ft (145.1 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Julian Ave Tank CR over US 54?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.