US Bridges

US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of Fred Wilson · Structure no. 240720016701085

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50,132
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 50,132 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 81,250 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 54
CrossesHayes ST Drainage Ditch
Location0.3 MI S of Fred Wilson
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateTexas
Coordinates31.82156, -106.43846
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50,132 (2020)
Projected traffic81,250 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 Hayes ST Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch carry?

About 50,132 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 54 over Hayes ST Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.