US-491 NB over Tocito Wash
GoodSan Juan County, New Mexico · 5.9 MI N of RD to Toadlna · Structure no. 000000000009337
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 220 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,055
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-491 NB over Tocito Wash is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-491 NB over Tocito Wash in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 6,055 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,234 by 2043. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-491 NB over Tocito Wash built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-491 NB over Tocito Wash 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-491 NB over Tocito Wash carry?
About 6,055 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-491 NB over Tocito Wash?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US-491 NB over Tocito Wash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.