NM-26 over Hadley Draw
FairLuna County, New Mexico · 15.2 MI NE of JCT US-180 · Structure no. 000000000007080
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,560
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-26 over Hadley Draw is a concrete culvert carrying NM-26 over Hadley Draw in Luna County, New Mexico. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 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 2,560 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,481 by 2043. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 NM-26 over Hadley Draw built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-26 over Hadley Draw 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does NM-26 over Hadley Draw carry?
About 2,560 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is NM-26 over Hadley Draw?
The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NM-26 over Hadley Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.