US-550 over Nacimiento Creek
GoodSandoval County, New Mexico · 0.12 M S of JCT NM197 · Structure no. 000000000006720
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,348
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over Nacimiento Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-550 over Nacimiento Creek in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 60 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 5,348 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,273 by 2043. The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-550 over Nacimiento Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US-550 over Nacimiento Creek 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does US-550 over Nacimiento Creek carry?
About 5,348 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over Nacimiento Creek?
The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US-550 over Nacimiento Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.