US Bridges

US-70 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 4.03 Mi. East of W.S.M.R. · Structure no. 000000000008303

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 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 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 6,758 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,190 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-70 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location4.03 Mi. East of W.S.M.R.
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.46833, -106.41439
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic6,758 (2023)
Projected traffic9,190 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$444,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-70 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway 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 2023.

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 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.