US Bridges

US 54 over Drain

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 0.80 MI N of Lp 375 · Structure no. 240720016701055

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
40,944
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 54 over Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 83 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 40,944 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,020 by 2037. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesUS 54
CrossesDrain
Location0.80 MI N of Lp 375
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateTexas
Coordinates31.91287, -106.44174
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,944 (2020)
Projected traffic72,020 by 2037
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 54 over Drain built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US 54 over Drain 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 US 54 over Drain carry?

About 40,944 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 54 over Drain?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 54 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.