NM-153 over Northrup Canyon
GoodGrant County, New Mexico · 0.36 Miles N of Junction · Structure no. 000000000005333
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 421
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-153 over Northrup Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-153 over Northrup Canyon in Grant County, New Mexico. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 421 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 572 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-153 over Northrup Canyon built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-153 over Northrup Canyon 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 NM-153 over Northrup Canyon carry?
About 421 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-153 over Northrup Canyon?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-153 over Northrup Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.