Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage
FairSierra County, New Mexico · 1.7 Miles S from Wsmr Rt · Structure no. DAPATEWHIRR7B11
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage is a steel culvert carrying Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage in Sierra County, New Mexico. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (12 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 Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Wsmr Rt 7 over Storm Drainage?
It is owned by the Army.