NM-345 over Rinconada Channel
FairBernalillo County, New Mexico · 2.3 MI N of I-40 · Structure no. 000000000010063
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,074
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-345 over Rinconada Channel is a concrete culvert carrying NM-345 over Rinconada 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 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 24,074 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,740 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-345 over Rinconada Channel built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-345 over Rinconada Channel 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does NM-345 over Rinconada Channel carry?
About 24,074 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NM-345 over Rinconada Channel?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-345 over Rinconada Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.