US Bridges

US-70 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 7.8 MI W Dona Ana/Otero L · Structure no. 000000000006037

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,758
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-70 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6,758 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,190 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-70 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location7.8 MI W Dona Ana/Otero L
RouteU.S. Route 70
Coordinates32.43861, -106.46789
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,758 (2023)
Projected traffic9,190 by 2043
Trucks17%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$395,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-70 Ebl/Wbl 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 August 2024.

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

About 6,758 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

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

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.