NM-159 over South Fork
GoodCatron County, New Mexico · 8.8 Miles N of US-180 · Structure no. 000000000009715
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-159 over South Fork is a concrete slab carrying NM-159 over South Fork in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 180 vehicles a day, projected to reach 208 by 2039. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
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-159 over South Fork built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-159 over South Fork 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does NM-159 over South Fork carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is NM-159 over South Fork?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns NM-159 over South Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.