L-00012 over Socorro Canyon
FairSocorro County, New Mexico · 10.2 MI N of US-380 · Structure no. 000000000006319
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,312
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
L-00012 over Socorro Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying L-00012 over Socorro Canyon in Socorro County, New Mexico. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 9,312 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,664 by 2043. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was L-00012 over Socorro Canyon built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is L-00012 over Socorro 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does L-00012 over Socorro Canyon carry?
About 9,312 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is L-00012 over Socorro Canyon?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns L-00012 over Socorro Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.