US Bridges

US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd)

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 3.30 MI E of Lp 375 · Structure no. 240720037402112

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,853
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd) in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 18,853 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,724 by 2038. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 82 ft wide.

CarriesUS 62/180
CrossesFM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd)
Location3.30 MI E of Lp 375
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateTexas
Coordinates31.81374, -106.21296
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,853 (2023)
Projected traffic20,724 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd) built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd) 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd) carry?

About 18,853 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd)?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns US 62/180 over FM 659 (n Zaragoza Rd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.