US Bridges

US-64 over Glade Arroyo

Fair

San Juan County, New Mexico · W JCT Main & Broadway · Structure no. 000000000007439

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
51 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,546
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-64 over Glade Arroyo is a steel culvert carrying US-64 over Glade Arroyo in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 15,546 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,142 by 2043. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-64
CrossesGlade Arroyo
LocationW JCT Main & Broadway
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountySan Juan County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates36.72979, -108.22413
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,546 (2023)
Projected traffic21,142 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$760,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-64 over Glade Arroyo built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-64 over Glade Arroyo 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US-64 over Glade Arroyo carry?

About 15,546 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-64 over Glade Arroyo?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns US-64 over Glade Arroyo?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.