US Bridges

33-B017 over Mora River

Good

Mora County, New Mexico · 0.1 MI N NM-518 @clevelnd · Structure no. 000000000008690

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
189
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

33-B017 over Mora River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 33-B017 over Mora River in Mora County, New Mexico. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Carries33-B017
CrossesMora River
Location0.1 MI N NM-518 @clevelnd
RouteCounty Highway 33017
Coordinates35.99457, -105.36937
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 2023
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.4 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$44,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 33-B017 over Mora River built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is 33-B017 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 2023.

How much traffic does 33-B017 over Mora River carry?

About 189 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 33-B017 over Mora River?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns 33-B017 over Mora River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.