IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek
FairOtero County, New Mexico · 14.4 MI NE of US54/TULARO · Structure no. 000000000004770
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,367
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 85 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 6,367 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,659 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek carry?
About 6,367 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IRR/US-70 over Tularosa Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.