NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway
GoodCibola County, New Mexico · 1.24 MI E of NM-122 · Structure no. 000000000003104
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,848
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,848 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,513 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-117 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 1,848 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NM-117 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.