NM-345 over Ladera Channel
GoodBernalillo County, New Mexico · 1.2 MI N of I-40 · Structure no. 000000000010062
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-345 over Ladera Channel is a concrete culvert carrying NM-345 over Ladera Channel in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 24,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,640 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-345 over Ladera Channel built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-345 over Ladera Channel 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NM-345 over Ladera Channel carry?
About 24,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is NM-345 over Ladera Channel?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-345 over Ladera Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.