NM-518 over Rio Chiquito
GoodTaos County, New Mexico · 1.95 MI S of JCT NM-68 · Structure no. 000000000003836
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,646
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-518 over Rio Chiquito is a concrete culvert carrying NM-518 over Rio Chiquito in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 91 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 3,646 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,958 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 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-518 over Rio Chiquito built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is NM-518 over Rio Chiquito 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does NM-518 over Rio Chiquito carry?
About 3,646 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-518 over Rio Chiquito?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-518 over Rio Chiquito?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.