US Bridges

US-60 over Ellis Canyon

Fair

Socorro County, New Mexico · 7.7 M E of 107/MAGDELENA · Structure no. 000000000003152

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,480
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-60 over Ellis Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US-60 over Ellis Canyon in Socorro 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 5 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 4,480 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,092 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-60
CrossesEllis Canyon
Location7.7 M E of 107/MAGDELENA
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountySocorro County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates34.11506, -107.13243
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.7 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,480 (2023)
Projected traffic6,092 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$108,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-60 over Ellis Canyon built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-60 over Ellis 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US-60 over Ellis Canyon carry?

About 4,480 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-60 over Ellis Canyon?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-60 over Ellis Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.