I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161
FairMora County, New Mexico · EXIT-364/WATROUS · Structure no. 000000000007059
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,419
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161 is a concrete culvert carrying I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161 in Mora County, New Mexico. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,419 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,369 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161 carry?
About 5,419 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns I-25 Nbl/Sbl over NM-161?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.