US Bridges

03-B007 over S.A Creek

Fair

Catron County, New Mexico · 8.9 MI N JCT US-180 · Structure no. 000000000001002

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
158
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

03-B007 over S.A Creek is a concrete slab carrying 03-B007 over S.A Creek in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 214 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 15 ft wide.

Location

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Carries03-B007
CrossesS.A Creek
Location8.9 MI N JCT US-180
RouteCounty Highway 3007
CountyCatron County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates33.92289, -108.92353
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating48.3 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic158 (2023)
Projected traffic214 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$300,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 03-B007 over S.A Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is 03-B007 over S.A Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 03-B007 over S.A Creek carry?

About 158 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is 03-B007 over S.A Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns 03-B007 over S.A Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.