S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal
GoodEl Paso County, Texas · 0.02 MI SW of SH 20 · Structure no. 240720B11441001
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 1,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2030. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal 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 S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns S. Carnes Rd. over Franklin Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.