I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · 21.8 MI E of JCT US-491 · Structure no. 000000000006007
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,647
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 24,647 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,519 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon 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 2024.
How much traffic does I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon carry?
About 24,647 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-40 E/Wbl over Smith Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.