NM-12 over Largo Canyon
GoodCatron County, New Mexico · 10.02 MI NE of JCT US-180 · Structure no. 000000000005949
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 158 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 708
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-12 over Largo Canyon is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NM-12 over Largo Canyon in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-12 over Largo Canyon built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-12 over Largo 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does NM-12 over Largo Canyon carry?
About 708 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-12 over Largo Canyon?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns NM-12 over Largo Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.