US-550 over San Pablo Canyon
FairSandoval County, New Mexico · 6.35 MI S of JCT NM-197 · Structure no. 000000000010038
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,348
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over San Pablo Canyon is a steel culvert carrying US-550 over San Pablo Canyon in Sandoval County, New Mexico. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 61 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 5,348 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,273 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 San Pablo Canyon built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US-550 over San Pablo Canyon 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US-550 over San Pablo Canyon carry?
About 5,348 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over San Pablo Canyon?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns US-550 over San Pablo Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.