US Bridges

35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway

Fair

Otero County, New Mexico · .2 Mi. E. of US-70 Panora · Structure no. 000000000009596

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,606
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying 35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 2,606 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,544 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries35-Z000
CrossesUnkown Waterway
Location.2 Mi. E. of US-70 Panora
RouteCity Street 35000
CountyOtero County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates32.86596, -105.9629
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,606 (2023)
Projected traffic3,544 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$500,000 (2070 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is 35-Z000 over Unkown 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does 35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway carry?

About 2,606 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 35-Z000 over Unkown Waterway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.