US Bridges

US-54 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Otero County, New Mexico · 3.17 M S JCT US70/ALAMOGO · Structure no. 000000000007572

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,775
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-54 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-54 over Unnamed Waterway in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 13,775 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,734 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long.

CarriesUS-54
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location3.17 M S JCT US70/ALAMOGO
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates32.83725, -105.97209
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,775 (2023)
Projected traffic18,734 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$316,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-54 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-54 over Unnamed Waterway 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does US-54 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 13,775 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.