31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West
PoorPosted for loadMcKinley County, New Mexico · 8.3 MI N of NM-566 · Structure no. 000000000010023
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 179
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying 31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 179 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 243 by 2043. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is 31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does 31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West carry?
About 179 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is 31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns 31-0049 over Rio Puerco of the West?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.