31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · .84 MI N of JCT NM118 · Structure no. 000000000008241
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 158 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,004
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 3,004 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,085 by 2043. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is 31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does 31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West carry?
About 3,004 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is 31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns 31-Z001 over Rio Puerco of the West?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.