US Bridges

33-Z000 over Mora River

Good

Mora County, New Mexico · .5 MI N of NM-121@ MP 0.2 · Structure no. 000000000008299

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
189
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

33-Z000 over Mora River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 33-Z000 over Mora River in Mora County, New Mexico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 189 vehicles a day, projected to reach 257 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Carries33-Z000
CrossesMora River
Location.5 MI N of NM-121@ MP 0.2
RouteCounty Highway 33000
Coordinates36.06041, -105.38031
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic189 (2023)
Projected traffic257 by 2043
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$30,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 33-Z000 over Mora River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is 33-Z000 over Mora River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 33-Z000 over Mora River carry?

About 189 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 33-Z000 over Mora River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns 33-Z000 over Mora River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.