US Bridges

13-D062 over Leasburg Canal

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 16.4 M N of US-70/CRUCES · Structure no. 000000000003243

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
337
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

13-D062 over Leasburg Canal is a concrete culvert carrying 13-D062 over Leasburg Canal in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 5 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 337 vehicles a day, projected to reach 458 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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Carries13-D062
CrossesLeasburg Canal
Location16.4 M N of US-70/CRUCES
RouteCounty Highway 13062
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.4972, -106.9224
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic337 (2023)
Projected traffic458 by 2043
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$294,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 13-D062 over Leasburg Canal built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is 13-D062 over Leasburg Canal 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does 13-D062 over Leasburg Canal carry?

About 337 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 13-D062 over Leasburg Canal?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m).

Who owns 13-D062 over Leasburg Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.