US Bridges

Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda Arroyo

Good

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 2.8 Mn of E. Lohman · Structure no. 000000000009736

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,663
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda 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 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 13,663 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,581 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long.

CarriesSonoma Ranch Blvd.
CrossesAlemeda Arroyo
Location2.8 Mn of E. Lohman
RouteCity Street 1
Coordinates32.35742, -106.74025
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,663 (2023)
Projected traffic18,581 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
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 Alemeda Arroyo built?

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

What condition is Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda Arroyo 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda Arroyo carry?

About 13,663 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda Arroyo?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alemeda Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.