NM-15 over West Fork Gila River
GoodCatron County, New Mexico · 3.4 MI NW of Grant Cl · Structure no. 000000000009717
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 226
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-15 over West Fork Gila River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NM-15 over West Fork Gila River in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 226 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 307 by 2043. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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-15 over West Fork Gila River built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-15 over West Fork Gila River 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-15 over West Fork Gila River carry?
About 226 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is NM-15 over West Fork Gila River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns NM-15 over West Fork Gila River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.