Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain
FairEl Paso County, Texas · 0.4 MI S JCT US 54 · Structure no. 240720016702002
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,752
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 84 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 13,752 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,730 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain carry?
About 13,752 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns Loop 478 (dyer St) over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.