US Bridges

Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · .1 Mn of E. Lohman · Structure no. 000000000009734

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
160 ft
15 main spans
Daily traffic
11,919
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 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 11,919 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,209 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSonoma Ranch Blvd.
CrossesSouth Las Cruces Arroyo
Location.1 Mn of E. Lohman
RouteCity Street 1
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.32833, -106.72389
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans15
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,919 (2023)
Projected traffic16,209 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo carry?

About 11,919 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over South Las Cruces Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.