US Bridges

47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal

Good

San Miguel County, New Mexico · 3.9 MI N of MILLS/8th ST · Structure no. 000000000008590

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,235
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal in San Miguel County, New Mexico. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 2,235 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,039 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Carries47-A11E
CrossesStorrie Lake Canal
Location3.9 MI N of MILLS/8th ST
RouteCounty Highway 47009
Coordinates35.64436, -105.24815
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,235 (2023)
Projected traffic3,039 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$59,000 (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is 47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal carry?

About 2,235 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns 47-A11E over Storrie Lake Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.