US-550 over Rio Penasco
GoodSandoval County, New Mexico · 6.0 MI NW of Jct. Nm 4 · Structure no. 000000000009135
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,416
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over Rio Penasco is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-550 over Rio Penasco in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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.
It carries about 5,416 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,365 by 2043. The structure is 183 ft (55.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Rio Penasco built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-550 over Rio Penasco 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-550 over Rio Penasco carry?
About 5,416 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over Rio Penasco?
The structure is 183 ft (55.7 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US-550 over Rio Penasco?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.