US Bridges

Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage

Good

Socorro County, New Mexico · 8.6 Miles N from Wsmr Rt · Structure no. DAPATEWHI0RR5B2

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2019 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage in Socorro County, New Mexico. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesWsmr Rt 5
CrossesStorm Drainage
Location8.6 Miles N from Wsmr Rt
Coordinates33.4834, -106.68446
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2019)
Projected traffic100 by 2046
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Wsmr Rt 5 over Storm Drainage?

It is owned by the Army.