US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon
GoodLincoln County, New Mexico · 2.0 MI E JCT US-380/HONDO · Structure no. 000000000009293
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,313
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,313 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,225 by 2043. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon carry?
About 5,313 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US-70 Ebl & WB over Chaves Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.