US Bridges

Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 0.02 MI SW of SH 20 · Structure no. 240720B47570001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,266
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal is a prestressed concrete other carrying Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal 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 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 2,266 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,172 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNevarez RD
CrossesFranklin Canal
Location0.02 MI SW of SH 20
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.66483, -106.29972
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,266 (2017)
Projected traffic3,172 by 2040
Trucks4%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nevarez 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal carry?

About 2,266 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Nevarez RD over Franklin Canal?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.