US Bridges

IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Sandoval County, New Mexico · 3.9 M N of JCT NM-4/US550 · Structure no. 000000000005089

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,297
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 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 4,297 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,843 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIRR/NM-4
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location3.9 M N of JCT NM-4/US550
RouteState Highway 4
Coordinates35.59573, -106.7347
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,297 (2023)
Projected traffic5,843 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$138,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway 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 2022.

How much traffic does IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 4,297 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IRR/NM-4 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.