NM-3 over Pecos River
GoodSan Miguel County, New Mexico · 1.7 MI S of I-25 · Structure no. 000000000007482
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 172 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,287
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-3 over Pecos River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NM-3 over Pecos River in San Miguel County, New Mexico. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,287 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2043. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-3 over Pecos River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-3 over Pecos 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does NM-3 over Pecos River carry?
About 1,287 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-3 over Pecos River?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns NM-3 over Pecos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.