NM-90 over Walnut Creek
FairGrant County, New Mexico · 12.7 MI NE of Hidalgo C/L · Structure no. 000000000005324
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,640
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-90 over Walnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NM-90 over Walnut Creek in Grant County, New Mexico. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 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 2,640 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,590 by 2043. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-90 over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-90 over Walnut Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does NM-90 over Walnut Creek carry?
About 2,640 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-90 over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NM-90 over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.