IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash
GoodCibola County, New Mexico · 1.6 KM N of Seama · Structure no. 00000000000M157
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 104 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 125
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 62 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 125 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 146 by 2043. The structure is 104 ft (31.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash carry?
About 125 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash?
The structure is 104 ft (31.6 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 26 over New York Wash?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.