US-550 over Rito Leche
FairSandoval County, New Mexico · 0.3 MI S of JCT NM-126 · Structure no. 000000000006932
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 67 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,827
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over Rito Leche is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-550 over Rito Leche in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 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 7,827 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,644 by 2043. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-550 over Rito Leche built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-550 over Rito Leche 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-550 over Rito Leche carry?
About 7,827 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over Rito Leche?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns US-550 over Rito Leche?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.