US-550 over Escrito Canyon
FairRio Arriba County, New Mexico · 1.85 MI W of Rio Arrib/Cl · Structure no. 000000000008494
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,139
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over Escrito Canyon is a steel culvert carrying US-550 over Escrito Canyon in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 5,139 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,989 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 US-550 over Escrito Canyon built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-550 over Escrito Canyon 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US-550 over Escrito Canyon carry?
About 5,139 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over Escrito Canyon?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7.1 m).
Who owns US-550 over Escrito Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.