49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch
FairOtero County, New Mexico · 1.3 MI West of Mesquite R · Structure no. AFNMKWRD85111
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Air Force
About this bridge
49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous frame carrying 49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch in Otero County, New Mexico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,200 by 2037. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is 49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch 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 2023.
How much traffic does 49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is 49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns 49ER Ave over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the Air Force.