US Bridges

47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo

FairClosed to traffic

San Miguel County, New Mexico · 1.8 MI N of I-25 Frntg RD · Structure no. 000000000008224

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
210
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo is a steel other carrying 47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo in San Miguel 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 210 vehicles a day, projected to reach 285 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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Carries47-0C23
CrossesPecos Arroyo
Location1.8 MI N of I-25 Frntg RD
RouteCounty Highway 47023
CountySan Miguel County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.57391, -105.20613
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 18 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.4 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (2023)
Projected traffic285 by 2043
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$42,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is 47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does 47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns 47-0C23 over Pecos Arroyo?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.