L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek
FairColfax County, New Mexico · 3.7 MI N Raton S Interchg · Structure no. 000000000008838
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 300 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,134
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek in Colfax County, New Mexico. It was built in 1993 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 32 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,134 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,342 by 2043. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek carry?
About 6,134 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns L-00017 over BNSF R/R Raton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.