US-70 over Lordsburg Draw
FairHidalgo County, New Mexico · 28.5 MI SE of Ariz Line · Structure no. 000000000006322
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 68 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,793
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 over Lordsburg Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 over Lordsburg Draw in Hidalgo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 2,793 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,798 by 2043. The structure is 68 ft (20.8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 over Lordsburg Draw built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 over Lordsburg 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US-70 over Lordsburg Draw carry?
About 2,793 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over Lordsburg Draw?
The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US-70 over Lordsburg Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.