NM-12 over Negro Canyon
GoodCatron County, New Mexico · 24.9 M NE of US-180/RESRV · Structure no. 000000000005639
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-12 over Negro Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-12 over Negro Canyon in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 340 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 462 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-12 over Negro Canyon built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-12 over Negro 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 August 2021.
How much traffic does NM-12 over Negro Canyon carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-12 over Negro Canyon?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-12 over Negro Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.