US Bridges

US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway

Good

San Juan County, New Mexico · 3.6 MI E Browning Parkway · Structure no. 000000000003429

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
179 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
21,685
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 1964, 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 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 21,685 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,491 by 2043. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS-64 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location3.6 MI E Browning Parkway
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates36.70219, -108.09503
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length179 ft (54.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,685 (2023)
Projected traffic29,491 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$599,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway 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 August 2021.

How much traffic does US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 21,685 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US-64 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.