US-64 over Falls Creek
GoodColfax County, New Mexico · 0.2 MI E of JCT NM-445 · Structure no. 000000000005651
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-64 over Falls Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-64 over Falls Creek in Colfax County, New Mexico. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 884 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 US-64 over Falls Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-64 over Falls Creek 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does US-64 over Falls Creek carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-64 over Falls Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US-64 over Falls Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.