US-550 over Animas River
GoodSan Juan County, New Mexico · US 550 Mm 169.5 · Structure no. 000000000009178
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 328 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,176
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-550 over Animas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-550 over Animas River in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 11,176 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,199 by 2043. The structure is 328 ft (100 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-550 over Animas River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-550 over Animas River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US-550 over Animas River carry?
About 11,176 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-550 over Animas River?
The structure is 328 ft (100 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (37 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US-550 over Animas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.