US Bridges

Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo

Fair

Bernalillo County, New Mexico · 0.12 MI W of Juan Tabo NE · Structure no. 000000000010033

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,699
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo is a steel culvert carrying Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 8,699 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,830 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesComanche Road N.E.
CrossesEmbudito Arroyo
Location0.12 MI W of Juan Tabo NE
RouteCity Street 5016
CountyBernalillo County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.1235, -106.51819
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,699 (2023)
Projected traffic11,830 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo carry?

About 8,699 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Comanche Road N.E. over Embudito Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.