NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway
GoodLuna County, New Mexico · 6.7 MI W of JCT NM-27 · Structure no. 000000000007084
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,560
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway 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 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 2,560 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,481 by 2043. The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-26 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 2,560 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns NM-26 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.