NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage
GoodCibola County, New Mexico · 4.35 MI S of JCT I-40 · Structure no. 000000000010022
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,071
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 1,071 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,456 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage carry?
About 1,071 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NM-53 over Franks Canyon Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.