US Bridges

US-82 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Eddy County, New Mexico · 29.3 MI E of JCT US-285 · Structure no. 000000000006422

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,234
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-82 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-82 over Unnamed Waterway in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 62 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 4,234 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,758 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-82
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location29.3 MI E of JCT US-285
RouteU.S. Route 82
Coordinates32.81905, -103.90334
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,234 (2023)
Projected traffic5,758 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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$124,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-82 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US-82 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US-82 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 4,234 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-82 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US-82 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.