NM-14 over Embudito Canyon
GoodBernalillo County, New Mexico · 1.7 MI N of JCT I-40 · Structure no. 000000000007551
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,657
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-14 over Embudito Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-14 over Embudito Canyon in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 11,657 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,853 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-14 over Embudito Canyon built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-14 over Embudito Canyon 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does NM-14 over Embudito Canyon carry?
About 11,657 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is NM-14 over Embudito Canyon?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-14 over Embudito Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.