US Bridges

IN-2226 over University Boulavard

Good

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · Junction I-25 and I-40 · Structure no. 000000000009921

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
152 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,842
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IN-2226 over University Boulavard is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IN-2226 over University Boulavard in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 23,842 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,425 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesIN-2226
CrossesUniversity Boulavard
LocationJunction I-25 and I-40
RouteInterstate 2226
Coordinates35.1058, -106.62378
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span149 ft (45.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,842 (2023)
Projected traffic32,425 by 2043
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 IN-2226 over University Boulavard built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is IN-2226 over University Boulavard 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does IN-2226 over University Boulavard carry?

About 23,842 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IN-2226 over University Boulavard?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 149 ft (45.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IN-2226 over University Boulavard?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.