US Bridges

US 54 NB over Drain

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 6.27 Mi. N. Jct. F.M.2529 · Structure no. 240720016701105

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
37,330
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 NB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 54 NB over Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 37,330 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,270 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 54 NB
CrossesDrain
Location6.27 Mi. N. Jct. F.M.2529
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateTexas
Coordinates32.00066, -106.32783
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 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 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic37,330 (2013)
Projected traffic52,270 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 NB over Drain built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 NB 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 NB over Drain carry?

About 37,330 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 54 NB over Drain?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 54 NB over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.