US Bridges

University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel

Good

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 0.3 MI S of Gibson Blvd · Structure no. 000000000008979

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
328
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 328 vehicles a day, projected to reach 446 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUniversity Blvd SE
CrossesKirtland Channel
Location0.3 MI S of Gibson Blvd
RouteCity Street 5081
Coordinates35.05385, -106.63082
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic328 (2023)
Projected traffic446 by 2043
Trucks—
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

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$69,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel carry?

About 328 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns University Blvd SE over Kirtland Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.