NM-181 over Cedar Canyon
FairSierra County, New Mexico · 1.25 MI S of EXIT-89/I-25 · Structure no. 000000000002076
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 72
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-181 over Cedar Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-181 over Cedar Canyon in Sierra County, New Mexico. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 72 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 97 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-181 over Cedar Canyon built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-181 over Cedar Canyon 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does NM-181 over Cedar Canyon carry?
About 72 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is NM-181 over Cedar Canyon?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns NM-181 over Cedar Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.