US Bridges

US-180 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Luna County, New Mexico · 9.5 MI E of NM-61 · Structure no. 000000000002106

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,511
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-180 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-180 over Unnamed Waterway in Luna County, New Mexico. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 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 3,511 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,774 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-180
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location9.5 MI E of NM-61
RouteU.S. Route 180
Coordinates32.42069, -107.89919
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,511 (2023)
Projected traffic4,774 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$161,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-180 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-180 over Unnamed Waterway 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US-180 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 3,511 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-180 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-180 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.