US Bridges

US-64 over Hewitt Creek

Good

Colfax County, New Mexico · 6.1 MI E Toas/Colfax Cl · Structure no. 000000000005680

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,481
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-64 over Hewitt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-64 over Hewitt Creek in Colfax County, New Mexico. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 2,481 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,374 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-64
CrossesHewitt Creek
Location6.1 MI E Toas/Colfax Cl
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates36.46203, -105.27338
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,481 (2023)
Projected traffic3,374 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$140,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-64 over Hewitt Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-64 over Hewitt 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US-64 over Hewitt Creek carry?

About 2,481 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-64 over Hewitt Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US-64 over Hewitt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.