NM-442 over LA Jara Creek
GoodMora County, New Mexico · 8.7 MI N of JCT NM-518 · Structure no. 000000000007076
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 162
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-442 over LA Jara Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NM-442 over LA Jara Creek 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 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 162 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2043. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-442 over LA Jara Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-442 over LA Jara Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does NM-442 over LA Jara Creek carry?
About 162 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-442 over LA Jara Creek?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns NM-442 over LA Jara Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.