US Bridges

US-54 over Unnamed Waterway

Fair

Quay County, New Mexico · 23.8 MI E of JCT NM-39 · Structure no. 000000000006852

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,488
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-54 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-54 over Unnamed Waterway in Quay County, New Mexico. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 6,488 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,823 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-54
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location23.8 MI E of JCT NM-39
RouteU.S. Route 54
CountyQuay County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.60531, -103.10346
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,488 (2023)
Projected traffic8,823 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$140,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-54 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-54 over Unnamed 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US-54 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 6,488 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US-54 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.