US-70 over Unnamed Waterway
GoodLincoln County, New Mexico · At Junction US-70/NM-48 · Structure no. 000000000006073
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,939
- 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 Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 68 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 4,939 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,717 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US-70 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US-70 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 4,939 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-70 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.