US Bridges

I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo

Good

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 0.1 MI W Rio Puerco Inchg · Structure no. 000000000006998

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,282
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 4,282 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,823 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-40 Frontage RD
CrossesCanada Del Ojo
Location0.1 MI W Rio Puerco Inchg
RouteState Highway 4046
Coordinates35.03051, -106.94684
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,282 (2023)
Projected traffic5,823 by 2043
Trucks11%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo carry?

About 4,282 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-40 Frontage RD over Canada Del Ojo?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.