US Bridges

Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · 14.9 Miles N from Wsmr Sm · Structure no. DAPATEWHI0RR7B4

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2017 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 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesWsmr Rt 7
CrossesStorm Drainage
Location14.9 Miles N from Wsmr Sm
Coordinates32.6732, -106.4605
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2017)
Projected traffic100 by 2046
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

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 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage?

It is owned by the Army.