39-271 over Rio Tusas
FairRio Arriba County, New Mexico · 0.15 MI W of NM-519 · Structure no. 000000000008965
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 166
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
39-271 over Rio Tusas is a concrete culvert carrying 39-271 over Rio Tusas in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 166 vehicles a day, projected to reach 225 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 39-271 over Rio Tusas built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is 39-271 over Rio Tusas 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does 39-271 over Rio Tusas carry?
About 166 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is 39-271 over Rio Tusas?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m).
Who owns 39-271 over Rio Tusas?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.