Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain
GoodEl Paso County, Texas · 0.1 MI E of Pershing RD · Structure no. 240720B50440001
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,245
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,245 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,743 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 72 ft wide. 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain 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 Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain carry?
About 1,245 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns Oxford Avenue over Govt. Hills Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.