31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash
PoorPosted for loadMcKinley County, New Mexico · 3.1 MI NW on NM-566 · Structure no. 000000000008098
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 106 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 337
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying 31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger than the New Mexico average of 51.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 337 vehicles a day, projected to reach 458 by 2043. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is 31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does 31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash carry?
About 337 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is 31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns 31-MC43 over Nose Rock Wash?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.