NM-51 over Ash Canyon
GoodSierra County, New Mexico · 5.75 MI E of LOOP-11 T /C · Structure no. 000000000009558
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 179
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-51 over Ash Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-51 over Ash Canyon in Sierra County, New Mexico. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 179 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 243 by 2043. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-51 over Ash Canyon built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-51 over Ash Canyon 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NM-51 over Ash Canyon carry?
About 179 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-51 over Ash Canyon?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-51 over Ash Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.