US Bridges

US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Eddy County, New Mexico · 5.8 MI N of NM7/WHITES Cy · Structure no. 000000000002034

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,011
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 94 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 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 6,011 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,174 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long.

CarriesUS-62/180
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location5.8 MI N of NM7/WHITES Cy
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates32.2339, -104.30723
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,011 (2023)
Projected traffic8,174 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$97,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 6,011 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-62/180 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.