NM-118 over Little Puerco
GoodMcKinley County, New Mexico · 100 W 4th St/Gallup · Structure no. 000000000010045
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,428
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-118 over Little Puerco is a concrete culvert carrying NM-118 over Little Puerco in McKinley County, New Mexico. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 9,428 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,822 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-118 over Little Puerco built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-118 over Little Puerco 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 May 2021.
How much traffic does NM-118 over Little Puerco carry?
About 9,428 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NM-118 over Little Puerco?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NM-118 over Little Puerco?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.