NM-75 over Rio Penasco
FairRio Arriba County, New Mexico · Nm 75 Mm 3.05 · Structure no. 000000000006417
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 168 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,188
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-75 over Rio Penasco is a concrete culvert carrying NM-75 over Rio Penasco in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 6 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 1,188 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,615 by 2043. The structure is 168 ft (51.3 m) long.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-75 over Rio Penasco built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-75 over Rio Penasco 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does NM-75 over Rio Penasco carry?
About 1,188 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-75 over Rio Penasco?
The structure is 168 ft (51.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-75 over Rio Penasco?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.