US-82 over Elk Canyon
FairChaves County, New Mexico · 12.3 M W JCT NM-24/DUNKEN · Structure no. 000000000005557
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 749
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-82 over Elk Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-82 over Elk Canyon in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 77 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 749 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,018 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-82 over Elk Canyon built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US-82 over Elk Canyon in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does US-82 over Elk Canyon carry?
About 749 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-82 over Elk Canyon?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-82 over Elk Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.