US-550 over Encantado Channel
FairSandoval County, New Mexico · 3.9 MI NW of JCT I-25 · Structure no. 000000000006993
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,379
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over Encantado Channel is a concrete culvert carrying US-550 over Encantado Channel in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 27,379 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,235 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Encantado Channel built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-550 over Encantado Channel 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US-550 over Encantado Channel carry?
About 27,379 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over Encantado Channel?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-550 over Encantado Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.