US-82 over Pecos River
GoodEddy County, New Mexico · 4.3 MI E of JCT US-285 · Structure no. 000000000007936
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 385 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,945
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-82 over Pecos River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-82 over Pecos River in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 3,945 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,365 by 2043. The structure is 385 ft (117.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-82 over Pecos River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-82 over Pecos River 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 2024.
How much traffic does US-82 over Pecos River carry?
About 3,945 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-82 over Pecos River?
The structure is 385 ft (117.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US-82 over Pecos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.