US-54 over Cottonwood Creek
FairLincoln County, New Mexico · 10.7 MI S of US-380/CARIZ · Structure no. 000000000007456
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 144 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,797
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-54 over Cottonwood Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-54 over Cottonwood Creek in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 2,797 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,803 by 2043. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-54 over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-54 over Cottonwood 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US-54 over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 2,797 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-54 over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US-54 over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.