US-70 over Snow Canyon
FairOtero County, New Mexico · 4.67 M S JCT US-70&NM-48 · Structure no. 000000000009144
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,853
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 over Snow Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 over Snow Canyon in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2004, 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 4,853 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,600 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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 | 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 Snow Canyon built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US-70 over Snow Canyon 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US-70 over Snow Canyon carry?
About 4,853 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over Snow Canyon?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns US-70 over Snow Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.