US-60 over Swingle Canyon
GoodCatron County, New Mexico · 38.4 MI E of JCT NM-36 · Structure no. 000000000005354
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 605
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Swingle Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Swingle Canyon in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 84 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 605 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 822 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 US-60 over Swingle Canyon built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US-60 over Swingle Canyon 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US-60 over Swingle Canyon carry?
About 605 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Swingle Canyon?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-60 over Swingle Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.