US Bridges

03-0007 over Dillman Creek

Good

Catron County, New Mexico · 1 Mile North of Luna Nm · Structure no. 000000000001034

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
158
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

03-0007 over Dillman Creek is a steel culvert carrying 03-0007 over Dillman Creek in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 214 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long.

Carries03-0007
CrossesDillman Creek
Location1 Mile North of Luna Nm
RouteCounty Highway 3007
Coordinates33.82994, -108.95621
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 03-0007 over Dillman Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is 03-0007 over Dillman Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does 03-0007 over Dillman Creek carry?

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

How long is 03-0007 over Dillman Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 03-0007 over Dillman Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.