NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon
FairSierra County, New Mexico · 4.9 M N of NM-152 · Structure no. 000000000002505
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 521
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon in Sierra County, New Mexico. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 521 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 708 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-187 over North Kelly 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon carry?
About 521 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NM-187 over North Kelly Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.