US Bridges

03-0007 over Trout Creek

Poor

Catron County, New Mexico · 2.8 MI N of Luna Nm · Structure no. 000000000009446

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
52 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
158
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

03-0007 over Trout Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 03-0007 over Trout Creek in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 158 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 214 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 16 ft wide.

Carries03-0007
CrossesTrout Creek
Location2.8 MI N of Luna Nm
RouteCounty Highway 3007
Coordinates33.847, -108.95471
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic158 (2023)
Projected traffic214 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$1 million (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 03-0007 over Trout Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is 03-0007 over Trout Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does 03-0007 over Trout Creek carry?

About 158 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is 03-0007 over Trout Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns 03-0007 over Trout Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.