US Bridges

US-380 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Lincoln County, New Mexico · 2.8 M E JCT NM-48/CAPITAN · Structure no. 000000000003218

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
951
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-380 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-380 over Unnamed Waterway in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 951 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,293 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 69 mi (111 km).

CarriesUS-380
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location2.8 M E JCT NM-48/CAPITAN
RouteU.S. Route 380
Coordinates33.53779, -105.52715
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic951 (2023)
Projected traffic1,293 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed69 mi (111 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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$64,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-380 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-380 over Unnamed Waterway in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does US-380 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 951 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-380 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-380 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.