US Bridges

IN-2226 over University Boulavard

Good

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · Junction I-25 and I-40 · Structure no. 000000000009924

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
143 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,294
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 24,294 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,039 by 2043. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 58 ft wide.

CarriesIN-2226
CrossesUniversity Boulavard
LocationJunction I-25 and I-40
RouteInterstate 2226
Coordinates35.1067, -106.6238
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 rating104.7 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span143 ft (43.6 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,294 (2023)
Projected traffic33,039 by 2043
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure3
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 24,294 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IN-2226 over University Boulavard?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 143 ft (43.6 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns IN-2226 over University Boulavard?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.