US Bridges

Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage

Good

Otero County, New Mexico · 1.0 KM S of RR252B02 · Structure no. DAPATEWHIR252B1

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2018 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.

CarriesWsmr S Rt 252
CrossesStorm Drainage
Location1.0 KM S of RR252B02
Coordinates32.4185, -106.1487
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2018)
Projected traffic60 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage built?

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

What condition is Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Wsmr S Rt 252 over Storm Drainage?

It is owned by the Army.