I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · 11.4 M East of Ariz Line · Structure no. 000000000006130
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,827
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 65 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 24,827 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,764 by 2043. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 41 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash carry?
About 24,827 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns I-40 Wbl over Salt Water Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.