US Bridges

IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla

Good

Rio Arriba County, New Mexico · 2.55 MI SW of JCT US-84 · Structure no. 000000000008309

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,198
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla is a steel culvert carrying IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 3,198 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,349 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesIRR/NM-399
CrossesArroyo De LA Mesilla
Location2.55 MI SW of JCT US-84
RouteState Highway 399
Coordinates35.95071, -106.07049
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,198 (2023)
Projected traffic4,349 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla carry?

About 3,198 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m).

Who owns IRR/NM-399 over Arroyo De LA Mesilla?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.