US Bridges

37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls

Fair

Quay County, New Mexico · 29.2 M E JCT NM-209/I-40 · Structure no. 000000000007483

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
325 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
19
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls in Quay County, New Mexico. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 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 19 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25 by 2043. The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long and 35 ft wide.

Location

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Carries37Z001
CrossesI-40 Ebls/Wbls
Location29.2 M E JCT NM-209/I-40
RouteState Highway 0Z001
CountyQuay County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.1243, -103.2434
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length325 ft (99.1 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19 (2023)
Projected traffic25 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$400,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is 37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls carry?

About 19 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls?

The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns 37Z001 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.