US Bridges

US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · Junction I-25/US-70 · Structure no. 000000000006134

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
240 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,621
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 65 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 6 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 21,621 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,404 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 111 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS-70 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesI-25 Nbl/Sbl
LocationJunction I-25/US-70
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.34803, -106.76958
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width106 ft (32.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,621 (2023)
Projected traffic29,404 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$772,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl carry?

About 21,621 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns US-70 Ebl/Wbl over I-25 Nbl/Sbl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.