US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon
FairOtero County, New Mexico · 2.6 M SW JCT NM-48 · Structure no. 000000000009146
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,853
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 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 82 ft (25 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 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon carry?
About 4,853 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns US-70 Ebl &wbl over Bill Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.