US Bridges

L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg

Fair

Hidalgo County, New Mexico · JCT US70/LP21 in Lrdsbrg · Structure no. 000000000005829

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,356
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg is a concrete frame carrying L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg in Hidalgo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,356 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,204 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 79 ft wide.

CarriesL-00021
CrossesUS-70 in Lordsburg
LocationJCT US70/LP21 in Lrdsbrg
RouteState Highway 21
Coordinates32.35044, -108.70982
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width79 ft (24 m)
Roadway width69 ft (21 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,356 (2023)
Projected traffic3,204 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg 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 L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg carry?

About 2,356 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns L-00021 over US-70 in Lordsburg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.