US-64 over Animas River
FairSan Juan County, New Mexico · .1 MI E Broadway/Scott Av · Structure no. 000000000008013
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 304 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,237
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-64 over Animas River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-64 over Animas River in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 67 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 7,237 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,842 by 2043. The structure is 304 ft (92.7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-64 over Animas River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US-64 over Animas River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US-64 over Animas River carry?
About 7,237 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-64 over Animas River?
The structure is 304 ft (92.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns US-64 over Animas River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.