FL-5655 over Raton Creek
GoodColfax County, New Mexico · 0.4 MI S of NM-72 · Structure no. 000000000010065
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,559
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
FL-5655 over Raton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FL-5655 over Raton Creek in Colfax County, New Mexico. It was built in 1993, 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 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 1,559 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 FL-5655 over Raton Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is FL-5655 over Raton 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does FL-5655 over Raton Creek carry?
About 1,559 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FL-5655 over Raton Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns FL-5655 over Raton Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.