NM-445 over Spring Arroyo
GoodColfax County, New Mexico · 5.0 MI S of US-64/HOXIE · Structure no. 000000000004945
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 116
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-445 over Spring Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying NM-445 over Spring Arroyo in Colfax County, New Mexico. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 116 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 157 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-445 over Spring Arroyo built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-445 over Spring Arroyo 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does NM-445 over Spring Arroyo carry?
About 116 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-445 over Spring Arroyo?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns NM-445 over Spring Arroyo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.