US Bridges

HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Dona Ana County, New Mexico · Missle Range CR Dona Ana · Structure no. DAPTRABLI000001

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
147 ft
22 main spans
Daily traffic
600
2022 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2046. The structure is 147 ft (44.7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesHWY 213
CrossesDrainage Ditch
LocationMissle Range CR Dona Ana
CountyDona Ana County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.14511, -106.5002
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans22
Design loadUnknown
Structure length147 ft (44.7 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 traffic600 (2022)
Projected traffic800 by 2046
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed—
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)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 147 ft (44.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns HWY 213 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the Army.