NM-97 over Mora River
FairPosted for loadMora County, New Mexico · 7.6 MI NE of NM-161/NM-97 · Structure no. 000000000004984
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 232 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-97 over Mora River is a steel truss - thru carrying NM-97 over Mora River in Mora County, New Mexico. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 37 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-97 over Mora River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-97 over Mora River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does NM-97 over Mora River carry?
About 37 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is NM-97 over Mora River?
The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns NM-97 over Mora River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.