7th Street over Worthington Ditch
FairCurry County, New Mexico · 7th ST and Mlk Jr Blvd · Structure no. 000000000002043
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
7th Street over Worthington Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying 7th Street over Worthington Ditch in Curry County, New Mexico. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,796 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 7th Street over Worthington Ditch built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is 7th Street over Worthington Ditch 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does 7th Street over Worthington Ditch carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is 7th Street over Worthington Ditch?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 7th Street over Worthington Ditch?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.