I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124
FairCibola County, New Mexico · 1.2 MI E of NM-117/NM-124 · Structure no. 000000000006307
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 27,706
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124 is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124 in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 27,706 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,680 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124 carry?
About 27,706 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns I-40 E/Wbl over NM-124?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.