US Bridges

Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 8.1 MI E of IH 10 · Structure no. 240720255201279

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
31,570
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo is a steel culvert carrying Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 31,570 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,672 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesLp 375
CrossesDiablo Canyon Arroyo
Location8.1 MI E of IH 10
RouteState Highway 375
StateTexas
Coordinates31.89424, -106.47407
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,570 (2020)
Projected traffic41,672 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo 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 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo carry?

About 31,570 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Lp 375 over Diablo Canyon Arroyo?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.