US Bridges

31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway

FairPosted for load

McKinley County, New Mexico · 3.7 MI N of JCT NM-118 · Structure no. 000000000008784

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
337
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying 31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 337 vehicles a day, projected to reach 458 by 2043. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries31-0004
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location3.7 MI N of JCT NM-118
RouteCounty Highway 31004
CountyMcKinley County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.48027, -109.00354
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating17.9 US tons
Inventory rating12.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckAluminum
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.2 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic337 (2023)
Projected traffic458 by 2043
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$85,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is 31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does 31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 337 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns 31-0004 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.