US Bridges

US-60 over Agua Fria

Good

Catron County, New Mexico · 17.5 MI E of Ariz Line · Structure no. 000000000005364

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
863
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-60 over Agua Fria is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Agua Fria in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-60
CrossesAgua Fria
Location17.5 MI E of Ariz Line
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates34.25694, -108.76543
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 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
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-60 over Agua Fria built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-60 over Agua Fria 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-60 over Agua Fria carry?

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

How long is US-60 over Agua Fria?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US-60 over Agua Fria?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.