37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek
GoodQuay County, New Mexico · 0.5 MI W of JCT CR-A021 · Structure no. 000000000008515
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek in Quay County, New Mexico. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 136 by 2043. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is 37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is 37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns 37-QR63 over Blue Hole Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.