IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek
PoorClosed to trafficSan Juan County, New Mexico · 2.0 MI NW of Crystal N.M. · Structure no. 00000000000N617
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 78 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 272
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek in San Juan County, New Mexico. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 272 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 272 by 2032. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Substructure | 0 Failed | Out of service and beyond corrective action. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek carry?
About 272 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE N321 over Sand Spring Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.