US-70 Wbl over Pecos River
FairChaves County, New Mexico · 11 MI NE of US-285/ROSWEL · Structure no. 000000000008913
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 705 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,198
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 Wbl over Pecos River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-70 Wbl over Pecos River in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 2,198 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,989 by 2043. The structure is 705 ft (214.9 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 Wbl over Pecos River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 Wbl over Pecos River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US-70 Wbl over Pecos River carry?
About 2,198 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-70 Wbl over Pecos River?
The structure is 705 ft (214.9 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US-70 Wbl over Pecos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.