US-54 over Traques Creek
FairQuay County, New Mexico · 28.5 MI E of NM-39/LOGAN · Structure no. 000000000002095
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 217 ft
- 20 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,636
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-54 over Traques Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-54 over Traques Creek in Quay County, New Mexico. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 5 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 2,636 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,584 by 2043. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-54 over Traques Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-54 over Traques Creek 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US-54 over Traques Creek carry?
About 2,636 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-54 over Traques Creek?
The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-54 over Traques Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.