FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River
GoodCatron County, New Mexico · 38.8 MI N. Silver City Nm · Structure no. 030608000001031
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 285 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River in Catron County, New Mexico. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 60 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 599 by 2042. The structure is 285 ft (86.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is FSR 970 over W. 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 2024.
How much traffic does FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River?
The structure is 285 ft (86.8 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns FSR 970 over W. Fork Gila River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.