NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon
FairTaos County, New Mexico · Nm 68 Mm 25.9 · Structure no. 000000000003610
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,160
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon 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 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 5,160 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,017 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon carry?
About 5,160 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-68 over Piedra Lumbre Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.