US Bridges

NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Chaves County, New Mexico · 0.8 M E US-285 NM2/ROSWEL · Structure no. 000000000005555

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
2,779
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 2,779 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,779 by 2043. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNM-2
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location0.8 M E US-285 NM2/ROSWEL
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates33.29712, -104.45479
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,779 (2023)
Projected traffic3,779 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$30,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 2,779 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns NM-2 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.