Martha Way over Mesa Drain
FairEl Paso County, Texas · 0.20 MI NE of FM 76 · Structure no. 240720B42320001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 228
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Martha Way over Mesa Drain is a prestressed concrete other carrying Martha Way over Mesa Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 228 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 319 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Martha Way over Mesa Drain built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Martha Way 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Martha Way over Mesa Drain carry?
About 228 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Martha Way over Mesa Drain?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Martha Way over Mesa Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.