US Bridges

47-A19A over Tecolote Creek

FairPosted for load

San Miguel County, New Mexico · 0.95 MI S of NM-283 · Structure no. 000000000008371

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
210
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

47-A19A over Tecolote Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 47-A19A over Tecolote Creek in San Miguel County, New Mexico. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 210 vehicles a day, projected to reach 285 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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Carries47-A19A
CrossesTecolote Creek
Location0.95 MI S of NM-283
RouteCounty Highway 47019
CountySan Miguel County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.59996, -105.40194
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating24.7 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.6 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (2023)
Projected traffic285 by 2043
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$60,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 47-A19A over Tecolote Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is 47-A19A over Tecolote Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 47-A19A over Tecolote Creek carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 47-A19A over Tecolote Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 47-A19A over Tecolote Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.