Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage
PoorDona Ana County, New Mexico · 13.2 Miles N from Wsmr Sm · Structure no. DAPATEWHI0RR7B3
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the New Mexico average of 51.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage?
It is owned by the Army.