NM-78 over Tennessee Creek
FairGrant County, New Mexico · 12.0 MI W of JCT US-180 · Structure no. 000000000006611
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 271
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-78 over Tennessee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NM-78 over Tennessee Creek in Grant County, New Mexico. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 271 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 368 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-78 over Tennessee Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-78 over Tennessee 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does NM-78 over Tennessee Creek carry?
About 271 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-78 over Tennessee Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-78 over Tennessee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.