US Bridges

I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive

Good

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 0.9 MI N JCT I-10 & I · Structure no. 000000000009104

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,274
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 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 33,274 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,252 by 2043. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-25 Nbl/Sbl
CrossesWells-Geothermal Drive
Location0.9 MI N JCT I-10 & I
RouteInterstate 25
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.27973, -106.73613
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.7 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,274 (2023)
Projected traffic45,252 by 2043
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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 I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive carry?

About 33,274 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Wells-Geothermal Drive?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.