US Bridges

US-54 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Otero County, New Mexico · 2.83 M N of Jct. 70/54 · Structure no. 000000000009094

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
11,698
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 2001, so it is 24 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 11,698 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,909 by 2043. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long.

CarriesUS-54
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location2.83 M N of Jct. 70/54
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates32.9078, -105.9701
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating60.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,698 (2023)
Projected traffic15,909 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-54 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 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 October 2021.

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

About 11,698 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m).

Who owns US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.