US Bridges

FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel

Fair

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 1.41 MI N of Alameda Blvd · Structure no. 000000000008620

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
77 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,715
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel 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 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 1,715 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,332 by 2043. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFL-5098
CrossesNorth Diversion Channel
Location1.41 MI N of Alameda Blvd
RouteCity Street 5098
Coordinates35.20433, -106.59932
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 15
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,715 (2023)
Projected traffic2,332 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$155,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel built?

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

What condition is FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel carry?

About 1,715 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FL-5098 over North Diversion Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.