US Bridges

US-60 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Catron County, New Mexico · 6.4 East of Ariz Line · Structure no. 000000000002039

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
863
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-60 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Unnamed Waterway in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 85 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 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 863 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,173 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-60
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location6.4 East of Ariz Line
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates34.19703, -108.94462
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic863 (2023)
Projected traffic1,173 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$116,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-60 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US-60 over Unnamed Waterway 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 April 2022.

How much traffic does US-60 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 863 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-60 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US-60 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.