IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · 16.6 KM N of Nm ST HWY 53 · Structure no. 00000000000M415
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 117
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash is a concrete culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 117 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 117 by 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash carry?
About 117 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 5 over Cibola Wash?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.