US Bridges

Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of Thunderbird · Structure no. 240720B11040001

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,770
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,770 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,010 by 2038. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesCaprock Ct
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.05 MI E of Thunderbird
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.83494, -106.52871
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.2 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 traffic1,770 (2018)
Projected traffic2,010 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 1,770 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Caprock Ct over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.