IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon
GoodCibola County, New Mexico · 6.9 MI E of JCT NM-117 · Structure no. 000000000006888
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 356
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 356 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 484 by 2043. The structure is 65 ft (19.9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon 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 December 2021.
How much traffic does IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon carry?
About 356 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon?
The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns IRR/NM-124 over Tafoya Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.