US-54 over Unnamed Waterway
FairOtero County, New Mexico · 32.6 MI S US-70/ALAMOGORD · Structure no. 000000000009238
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,337
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-54 over Unnamed Waterway is a steel culvert carrying US-54 over Unnamed Waterway in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 4,337 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,898 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 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 US-54 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-54 over Unnamed Waterway 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 US-54 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 4,337 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.