US Bridges

43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval

FairPosted for load

Sandoval County, New Mexico · 1.7 MI W of JCT NM-197 · Structure no. 000000000008065

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
102
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 102 vehicles a day, projected to reach 138 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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Carries43-Z005
CrossesCanon Denoberto Sandoval
Location1.7 MI W of JCT NM-197
RouteCounty Highway 43005
CountySandoval County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.80136, -107.30951
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic102 (2023)
Projected traffic138 by 2043
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$25,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is 43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does 43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval carry?

About 102 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns 43-Z005 over Canon Denoberto Sandoval?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.