US Bridges

Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine Creek

Good

Sierra County, New Mexico · 2.5 Miles S from Wsmr Rt · Structure no. DAPATEWHIR327B1

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2017 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine Creek is a steel culvert carrying Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine Creek in Sierra County, New Mexico. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesWsmr Rt 327
CrossesGrapevine Creek
Location2.5 Miles S from Wsmr Rt
Coordinates33.3151, -106.5825
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2017)
Projected traffic100 by 2046
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine 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 327 over Grapevine Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Wsmr Rt 327 over Grapevine Creek?

It is owned by the Army.