US Bridges

US-54 over White Oaks Canyon

Fair

Lincoln County, New Mexico · 6.0 MI N of US-380/CARRIZ · Structure no. 000000000002066

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,263
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-54 over White Oaks Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-54 over White Oaks Canyon in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 2,263 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,077 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-54
CrossesWhite Oaks Canyon
Location6.0 MI N of US-380/CARRIZ
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates33.72671, -105.83683
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,263 (2023)
Projected traffic3,077 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$114,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-54 over White Oaks Canyon built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-54 over White Oaks Canyon 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US-54 over White Oaks Canyon carry?

About 2,263 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-54 over White Oaks Canyon?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-54 over White Oaks Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.