US Bridges

FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw

Fair

Mora County, New Mexico · 2.5 MI S of I-25/NM-120 · Structure no. 000000000005274

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
108 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
37
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw in Mora County, New Mexico. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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.

It carries about 37 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFR-2151
CrossesVermejo Draw
Location2.5 MI S of I-25/NM-120
RouteState Highway 2151
CountyMora County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.98136, -104.73824
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37 (2023)
Projected traffic50 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$197,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw carry?

About 37 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FR-2151 over Vermejo Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.