US Bridges

Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alameda Arroyo

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 2.8 M N Intsec E. Lohman · Structure no. 000000000009737

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
176 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
13,663
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alameda Arroyo is a steel culvert carrying Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alameda 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 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 13,663 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,581 by 2043. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSonoma Ranch Blvd.
CrossesAlameda Arroyo
Location2.8 M N Intsec E. Lohman
RouteCity Street 1
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.35864, -106.73989
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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
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
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length176 ft (53.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 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 Alameda Arroyo built?

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

What condition is Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alameda 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 Alameda Arroyo carry?

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

How long is Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alameda Arroyo?

The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Sonoma Ranch Blvd. over Alameda Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.