27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso
FairLincoln County, New Mexico · 0.5 M NW of US-70/NM-48 · Structure no. 000000000009561
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,078
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso is a concrete culvert carrying 27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 3,078 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,186 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is 27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso 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 27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso carry?
About 3,078 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is 27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns 27-Z001 over Rio Ruidoso?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.