IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · 18 KM N of Nm Hwys 53 & 5 · Structure no. 00000000000M416
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 102 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River is a concrete culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 117 by 2043. The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River 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 Rio Nutria River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River?
The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 5 over Rio Nutria River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.