US-70 over Rio Ruidoso
GoodLincoln County, New Mexico · 7.4 MI E Otero/Lincoln Cl · Structure no. 000000000008876
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,939
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 over Rio Ruidoso is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-70 over Rio Ruidoso in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 over Rio Ruidoso built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 over Rio Ruidoso 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US-70 over Rio Ruidoso carry?
About 4,939 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over Rio Ruidoso?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns US-70 over Rio Ruidoso?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.