US Bridges

I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache

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Santa Fe County, New Mexico · 0.2 MI E of Exit 294 · Structure no. 000000000006064

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,039
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache is a concrete culvert carrying I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache in Santa Fe County, New Mexico. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 16,039 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,813 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI-25 Nbl/Sbl
CrossesGalisteo / Apache
Location0.2 MI E of Exit 294
RouteInterstate 25
CountySanta Fe County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.54968, -105.82472
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,039 (2023)
Projected traffic21,813 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$404,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache 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 2023.

How much traffic does I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache carry?

About 16,039 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-25 Nbl/Sbl over Galisteo / Apache?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.