53-0116 over Rio Puerco River
GoodSocorro County, New Mexico · 1 MI SW of US-60/BERNARDO · Structure no. 000000000009805
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 570 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 231
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
53-0116 over Rio Puerco River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 53-0116 over Rio Puerco River in Socorro County, New Mexico. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 231 vehicles a day, projected to reach 296 by 2039. The structure is 570 ft (173.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 53-0116 over Rio Puerco River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is 53-0116 over Rio Puerco River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does 53-0116 over Rio Puerco River carry?
About 231 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is 53-0116 over Rio Puerco River?
The structure is 570 ft (173.7 m) long with a longest span of 190 ft (57.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns 53-0116 over Rio Puerco River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.