US Bridges

FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway

Fair

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 0.3 MI N /Paseo Del Norte · Structure no. 000000000005754

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,354
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 70 years old, older than the New Mexico average of 51.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 12,354 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,314 by 2038. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFR-2523
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location0.3 MI N /Paseo Del Norte
RouteInterstate 2523
CountyBernalillo County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.18016, -106.58213
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,354 (2018)
Projected traffic16,314 by 2038
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$824,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 12,354 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FR-2523 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.