US Bridges

US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 5.4 M W of 185/LAS Cruses · Structure no. 000000000005661

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,934
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 10,934 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,870 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-70 Wbl/Ebl
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location5.4 M W of 185/LAS Cruses
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates32.28448, -106.87888
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (10.9 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 traffic10,934 (2023)
Projected traffic14,870 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 10,934 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-70 Wbl/Ebl over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.