US-60 over Water Canyon
FairSocorro County, New Mexico · 13.2 MI E of JCT NM-107 · Structure no. 000000000007971
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 96 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,480
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Water Canyon is a steel culvert carrying US-60 over Water Canyon in Socorro County, New Mexico. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 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 4,480 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,092 by 2043. The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 US-60 over Water Canyon built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-60 over Water 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US-60 over Water Canyon carry?
About 4,480 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Water Canyon?
The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-60 over Water Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.