J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch
GoodEl Paso County, Texas · 0.05 MI N of Sunland Park · Structure no. 240720B40780001
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 950
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 854 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is J.C. Machuca RD 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 J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 950 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns J.C. Machuca RD over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.