US-60 over Long Canyon
FairDe Baca County, New Mexico · 15.3 MI E of JCT US-84 · Structure no. 000000000007065
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,103
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Long Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Long Canyon in De Baca County, New Mexico. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 56 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 4,103 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,580 by 2043. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 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 US-60 over Long Canyon built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US-60 over Long Canyon 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 US-60 over Long Canyon carry?
About 4,103 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Long Canyon?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-60 over Long Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.