NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando
GoodTaos County, New Mexico · 0.06 MI S of JCT US-64 · Structure no. 000000000003603
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,972
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando is a concrete culvert carrying NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 16,972 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,081 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando 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 2022.
How much traffic does NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando carry?
About 16,972 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-68 over Rio Don Fernando?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.