43-279 over Rio Puerco
GoodSandoval County, New Mexico · 4.5 MI S of US-550 · Structure no. 000000000009453
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 512
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
43-279 over Rio Puerco is a concrete culvert carrying 43-279 over Rio Puerco in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 512 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 696 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 43-279 over Rio Puerco built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is 43-279 over Rio Puerco 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does 43-279 over Rio Puerco carry?
About 512 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is 43-279 over Rio Puerco?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns 43-279 over Rio Puerco?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.