IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash
GoodSan Juan County, New Mexico · 9 MI W & 10 MI S Shiprock · Structure no. 00000000000N234
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,675
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,675 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,964 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash carry?
About 1,675 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE N13 over Shiprock Wash?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.