US Bridges

FL-5724 over Hondo River

Good

Chaves County, New Mexico · 0.7 M S JCT US-380/ROSWEL · Structure no. 000000000009987

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,274
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FL-5724 over Hondo River is a concrete culvert carrying FL-5724 over Hondo River in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,274 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,335 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 51 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFL-5724
CrossesHondo River
Location0.7 M S JCT US-380/ROSWEL
RouteCity Street 5724
CountyChaves County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates33.3855, -104.52891
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.8 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,274 (2020)
Projected traffic5,335 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$50,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FL-5724 over Hondo River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is FL-5724 over Hondo 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does FL-5724 over Hondo River carry?

About 3,274 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FL-5724 over Hondo River?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns FL-5724 over Hondo River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.