US-60 over Sand Creek
GoodDe Baca County, New Mexico · 17.2 MI E of JCT US-84 · Structure no. 000000000008246
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 196 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,103
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-60 over Sand Creek in De Baca County, New Mexico. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 4,103 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,580 by 2043. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-60 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-60 over Sand 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US-60 over Sand Creek carry?
About 4,103 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US-60 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.