US Bridges

NM-12 over Wilson Canyon

Good

Catron County, New Mexico · 2.2 MI W of NM-32 · Structure no. 000000000005763

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
708
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NM-12 over Wilson Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-12 over Wilson Canyon in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 708 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 962 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesNM-12
CrossesWilson Canyon
Location2.2 MI W of NM-32
RouteState Highway 12
Coordinates33.81845, -108.65295
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 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 rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic708 (2023)
Projected traffic962 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$117,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was NM-12 over Wilson Canyon built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is NM-12 over Wilson 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 January 2022.

How much traffic does NM-12 over Wilson Canyon carry?

About 708 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is NM-12 over Wilson Canyon?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns NM-12 over Wilson Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.