US-180 over Whitewater Draw
FairGrant County, New Mexico · 5.9 MI W of NM-61 · Structure no. 000000000007982
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,786
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-180 over Whitewater Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US-180 over Whitewater Draw in Grant County, New Mexico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 2,786 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,788 by 2043. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 US-180 over Whitewater Draw built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-180 over Whitewater Draw 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US-180 over Whitewater Draw carry?
About 2,786 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-180 over Whitewater Draw?
The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-180 over Whitewater Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.