US Bridges

Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon

Fair

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 0.41 MI N JCT N Zamora RD · Structure no. 000000000009112

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,079
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 13,079 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,787 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesGutierrez Canyon R
CrossesGutierrez Canyon
Location0.41 MI N JCT N Zamora RD
RouteCounty Highway 1002
Coordinates35.10669, -106.34778
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic13,079 (2023)
Projected traffic17,787 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon carry?

About 13,079 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Gutierrez Canyon R over Gutierrez Canyon?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.