Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek
GoodSierra County, New Mexico · 1.1 Miles E of Wsmr Rt 7 · Structure no. DAPATEWHIR316B2
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 49 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek is a steel culvert carrying Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek in Sierra County, New Mexico. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 25 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2046. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns Wsmr Rt 316 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the Army.