US Bridges

US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon

Good

Eddy County, New Mexico · 0.06 MI S of NM-7 · Structure no. 000000000002117

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
67 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,040
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 2,040 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,774 by 2043. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long.

CarriesUS-62/180
CrossesWalnut Canyon
Location0.06 MI S of NM-7
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates32.174, -104.3769
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 inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length67 ft (20.4 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 traffic2,040 (2023)
Projected traffic2,774 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$310,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon 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 November 2021.

How much traffic does US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon carry?

About 2,040 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-62/180 over Walnut Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.