NM-118 over Rio Puerco
FairMcKinley County, New Mexico · 0.1 MI E of NM-566 · Structure no. 000000000005394
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,562
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-118 over Rio Puerco is a concrete culvert carrying NM-118 over Rio Puerco in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 5 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 1,562 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,124 by 2043. The structure is 88 ft (26.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-118 over Rio Puerco built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-118 over Rio Puerco 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does NM-118 over Rio Puerco carry?
About 1,562 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-118 over Rio Puerco?
The structure is 88 ft (26.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).
Who owns NM-118 over Rio Puerco?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.