NM-547 over Rio San Jose
FairCibola County, New Mexico · 1.0 MI N of NM-122/GRANTS · Structure no. 000000000010015
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 62 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,359
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-547 over Rio San Jose is a steel culvert carrying NM-547 over Rio San Jose in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 7,359 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,008 by 2043. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-547 over Rio San Jose built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-547 over Rio San Jose 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 NM-547 over Rio San Jose carry?
About 7,359 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is NM-547 over Rio San Jose?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-547 over Rio San Jose?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.