Emerson ST over Mesa Drain
FairEl Paso County, Texas · 0.25 MI N of FM 76 · Structure no. 240720B23440001
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,250
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Emerson ST over Mesa Drain is a prestressed concrete other carrying Emerson ST over Mesa Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 2,250 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,750 by 2030. The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Emerson ST over Mesa Drain built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Emerson ST over Mesa Drain 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Emerson ST over Mesa Drain carry?
About 2,250 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Emerson ST over Mesa Drain?
The structure is 55 ft (16.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Emerson ST over Mesa Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.