US Bridges

US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw

Good

Eddy County, New Mexico · 4.8 M N JCT NM7/WHITES Cy · Structure no. 000000000005573

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,972
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 75 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 3,972 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,401 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

CarriesUS-62/180
CrossesJennigan Draw
Location4.8 M N JCT NM7/WHITES Cy
RouteU.S. Route 62
Coordinates32.22068, -104.31383
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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic3,972 (2023)
Projected traffic5,401 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$234,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw carry?

About 3,972 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-62/180 over Jennigan Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.