US Bridges

IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal

Good

El Paso County, Texas · JCT I-110 & US 54 · Structure no. 240720016701040

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,440
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal is a concrete culvert carrying IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 12,440 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,420 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 110 & US 54
CrossesFranklin Canal
LocationJCT I-110 & US 54
RouteInterstate 110
StateTexas
Coordinates31.771, -106.44693
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,440 (2013)
Projected traffic17,420 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure14
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal 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 2024.

How much traffic does IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal carry?

About 12,440 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 110 & US 54 over Franklin Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.