US Bridges

EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf

Good

El Paso County, Texas · .57 Mi. SE of IH 10 · Structure no. 240720255204306

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
593 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,559
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 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 11,559 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,183 by 2042. The structure is 593 ft (180.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEB US 85
CrossesDoniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf
Location.57 Mi. SE of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 85
CountyEl Paso County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.80319, -106.53952
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length593 ft (180.7 m)
Longest span170 ft (51.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,559 (2022)
Projected traffic16,183 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf carry?

About 11,559 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf?

The structure is 593 ft (180.7 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns EB US 85 over Doniphan Dr/Mcnutt/Bnsf?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.