US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad
GoodCurry County, New Mexico · 0.2 M S JCT US-60/US-70 · Structure no. 000000000007940
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 419 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,265
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad in Curry County, New Mexico. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 14,265 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,400 by 2043. The structure is 419 ft (127.7 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad carry?
About 14,265 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad?
The structure is 419 ft (127.7 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US-70 Ebl and Wbl over BNSF Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.