US Bridges

IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24

Fair

Cibola County, New Mexico · 1.59 Miles E. Exit 104 · Structure no. 000000000006897

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
28,149
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24 is a concrete culvert carrying IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24 in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 28,149 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,282 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesLocal RD to Seama L-24
Location1.59 Miles E. Exit 104
RouteInterstate 40
CountyCibola County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.04269, -107.49882
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,149 (2023)
Projected traffic38,282 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$423,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24 carry?

About 28,149 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns IRR/I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Local RD to Seama L-24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.