US Bridges

13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · .18 M E NM-478 @ MP 17.92 · Structure no. 000000000007709

Built
1944
81 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,897
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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 5,897 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,019 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries13-C013
CrossesLas Cruces Lateral
Location.18 M E NM-478 @ MP 17.92
RouteCounty Highway 13013
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.23352, -106.73719
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.1 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,897 (2023)
Projected traffic8,019 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$25,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral built?

It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.

What condition is 13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does 13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral carry?

About 5,897 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is 13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns 13-C013 over Las Cruces Lateral?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.