US-70 over Unnamed Waterway
FairOtero County, New Mexico · 0.55 MI SW of US-54/ALAMO · Structure no. 000000000002252
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,337
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 over Unnamed Waterway in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 88 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 17,337 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,578 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US-70 over Unnamed Waterway 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does US-70 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 17,337 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US-70 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.