NM-48 over Carrizo Creek
FairLincoln County, New Mexico · 1.6 M NW of US-70/RUIDOSO · Structure no. 000000000006309
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,857
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-48 over Carrizo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NM-48 over Carrizo Creek in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 12,857 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,485 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long.
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 NM-48 over Carrizo Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-48 over Carrizo Creek 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does NM-48 over Carrizo Creek carry?
About 12,857 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is NM-48 over Carrizo Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns NM-48 over Carrizo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.