US Bridges

13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch

Good

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 15.3 M N US-70/LAS Cruces · Structure no. 000000000003244

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
337
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying 13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 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 337 vehicles a day, projected to reach 458 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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Carries13-D062
CrossesIrrigation Ditch
Location15.3 M N US-70/LAS Cruces
RouteCounty Highway 13062
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.48949, -106.92241
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 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 structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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$8,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is 13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does 13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch carry?

About 337 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 13-D062 over Irrigation Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.