US-62/180 over Black River
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 12.4 MI N of Nm/Texas L. · Structure no. 000000000009389
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 510 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,040
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-62/180 over Black River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-62/180 over Black River in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,040 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,774 by 2043. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 38 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-62/180 over Black River built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-62/180 over Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does US-62/180 over Black River carry?
About 2,040 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-62/180 over Black River?
The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US-62/180 over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.