US Bridges

US 54 WB FR over UP RR

Fair

El Paso County, Texas · 1.8 MI N of IH 10 · Structure no. 240720016701046

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
395 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,990
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 WB FR over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 WB FR over UP RR 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 22,990 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,180 by 2033. The structure is 395 ft (120.4 m) long and 58 ft wide.

CarriesUS 54 WB FR
CrossesUP RR
Location1.8 MI N of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateTexas
Coordinates31.80302, -106.44237
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length395 ft (120.4 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,990 (2013)
Projected traffic32,180 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
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 US 54 WB FR over UP RR built?

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

What condition is US 54 WB FR over UP 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 54 WB FR over UP RR carry?

About 22,990 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 54 WB FR over UP RR?

The structure is 395 ft (120.4 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 WB FR over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.