US Bridges

IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway

Good

San Miguel County, New Mexico · 8.3 MI N of NM-104/VEGAS · Structure no. 000000000005303

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,173
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway in San Miguel County, New Mexico. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 78 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 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 7,173 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,755 by 2043. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIRR/I-25 SB
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location8.3 MI N of NM-104/VEGAS
RouteInterstate 25
Coordinates35.69034, -105.132
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,173 (2023)
Projected traffic9,755 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 7,173 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IRR/I-25 SB over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.