43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon
GoodPosted for loadSandoval County, New Mexico · 9.1 MI S of JCT US 550 · Structure no. 000000000008389
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 512
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon is a steel culvert carrying 43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 512 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 696 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is 43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon 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 2023.
How much traffic does 43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon carry?
About 512 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is 43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).
Who owns 43-0279 over Arroyo Balcon?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.