US Bridges

FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan.

Fair

El Paso County, Texas · 2.7MI.N JCT .L-478 · Structure no. 240720232601093

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
126 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
7,704
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan. is a concrete culvert carrying FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan. in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 7,704 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,490 by 2033. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 126 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM-2529(MC.COMBS)
CrossesFlood Control Chan.
Location2.7MI.N JCT .L-478
RouteState Highway 2529
CountyEl Paso County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.94144, -106.40779
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width126 ft (38.3 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,704 (2017)
Projected traffic11,490 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$108,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan. built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan. carry?

About 7,704 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan.?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.

Who owns FM-2529(MC.COMBS) over Flood Control Chan.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.