IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose
GoodCibola County, New Mexico · 1.9 KM SW of NM124/BIA502 · Structure no. 0000M21707B0137
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 132 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose in Cibola County, New Mexico. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 585 by 2043. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose 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 503 over Rio San Jose carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 503 over Rio San Jose?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.