US-70 over Unnamed Waterway
FairHidalgo County, New Mexico · 23.3 MI SE of Ariz Line · Structure no. 000000000006548
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,309
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 over Unnamed Waterway in Hidalgo County, New Mexico. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,309 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,780 by 2043. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 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 Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 over Unnamed Waterway 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 Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 1,309 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US-70 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.