US Bridges

FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo

Fair

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 1.0 MI S of Central Ave. · Structure no. 000000000009358

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
286 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,661
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 14,661 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,938 by 2043. The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFL-4065
CrossesTijeras Arroyo
Location1.0 MI S of Central Ave.
RouteCity Street 4065
CountyBernalillo County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.05557, -106.5153
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length286 ft (87.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,661 (2023)
Projected traffic19,938 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FL-4065 over Tijeras 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo carry?

About 14,661 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo?

The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns FL-4065 over Tijeras Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.