US Bridges

I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel

Fair

Santa Fe County, New Mexico · 2.66 M N of ST Francis DR · Structure no. 000000000007368

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
224 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,998
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel in Santa Fe County, New Mexico. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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.

It carries about 24,998 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,997 by 2043. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-25 Nbl
CrossesArroyo Hondo Channel
Location2.66 M N of ST Francis DR
RouteInterstate 25
CountySanta Fe County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.62144, -105.91982
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.4 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length224 ft (68.3 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,998 (2023)
Projected traffic33,997 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$300,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel 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 I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel carry?

About 24,998 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel?

The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I-25 Nbl over Arroyo Hondo Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.