US-491 over Black Creek
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · 7.9 M. N JCT NM264/US 491 · Structure no. 000000000009007
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,227
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-491 over Black Creek is a steel culvert carrying US-491 over Black Creek in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 8,227 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,188 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 US-491 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-491 over Black Creek 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 US-491 over Black Creek carry?
About 8,227 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-491 over Black Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns US-491 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.