US Bridges

FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo

Fair

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 0.25 M S of Menual Blvd · Structure no. 000000000007491

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,356
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 6,356 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,644 by 2043. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFL-5083
CrossesEmbudo Arroyo
Location0.25 M S of Menual Blvd
RouteCity Street 5083
CountyBernalillo County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.10631, -106.59563
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.1 US tons
Inventory rating44.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,356 (2023)
Projected traffic8,644 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$239,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo 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 2023.

How much traffic does FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo carry?

About 6,356 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns FL-5083 over Embudo Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.