US Bridges

US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon

Good

Otero County, New Mexico · 3.11 M N of US-82 · Structure no. 000000000009666

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,531
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 14,531 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,762 by 2043. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 41 ft wide.

CarriesUS-54/70 Nbl
CrossesLA Luz Canyon
Location3.11 M N of US-82
RouteU.S. Route 54
Coordinates32.98575, -105.98471
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,531 (2023)
Projected traffic19,762 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon carry?

About 14,531 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US-54/70 Nbl over LA Luz Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.