US Bridges

FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls

Fair

Mora County, New Mexico · 9.9 MI S of JCT NM-120 · Structure no. 000000000006839

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
254 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls in Mora County, New Mexico. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6 by 2043. The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long and 34 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesFR-2151
CrossesI-25 Nbls/Sbls
Location9.9 MI S of JCT NM-120
RouteState Highway 2151
CountyMora County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.90574, -104.82604
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length254 ft (77.4 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2023)
Projected traffic6 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$800,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls?

The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FR-2151 over I-25 Nbls/Sbls?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.