US Bridges

US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond

Good

El Paso County, Texas · JCT US-54 & IH-10 · Structure no. 240720212102248

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
596 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,091
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,091 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,670 by 2030. The structure is 596 ft (181.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 54 WB On-Ramp
CrossesWB IH 10 & Durazno Pond
LocationJCT US-54 & IH-10
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateTexas
Coordinates31.77907, -106.44237
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 (+7 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length596 ft (181.7 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,091 (2023)
Projected traffic66,670 by 2030
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond 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 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond carry?

About 3,091 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond?

The structure is 596 ft (181.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 54 WB On-Ramp over WB IH 10 & Durazno Pond?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.