NM-118 over Parritti Wash
FairMcKinley County, New Mexico · 3.3 MI E of JCT US-491 · Structure no. 000000000005391
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,832
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-118 over Parritti Wash is a concrete culvert carrying NM-118 over Parritti Wash in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 74 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 13,832 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,811 by 2043. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-118 over Parritti Wash built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is NM-118 over Parritti Wash 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does NM-118 over Parritti Wash carry?
About 13,832 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NM-118 over Parritti Wash?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-118 over Parritti Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.