FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain
GoodEl Paso County, Texas · 0.3 MI N JCT FM 76 on FM · Structure no. 240720104601003
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,445
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 29,445 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,990 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain carry?
About 29,445 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns FM 659 / Zaragoza over Mesa Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.