US Bridges

FL-5722 over Spring River

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Chaves County, New Mexico · 850S of College/Garden · Structure no. 000000000009978

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,894
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FL-5722 over Spring River is a concrete culvert carrying FL-5722 over Spring River in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 5,894 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,741 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFL-5722
CrossesSpring River
Location850S of College/Garden
RouteCity Street 5722
CountyChaves County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates33.40628, -104.51435
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,894 (2019)
Projected traffic6,741 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$89,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FL-5722 over Spring River built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is FL-5722 over Spring 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FL-5722 over Spring River carry?

About 5,894 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FL-5722 over Spring River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns FL-5722 over Spring River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.