NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek
FairTaos County, New Mexico · Nm 522 Mm 10.9 · Structure no. 000000000005441
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,991
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 6 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 3,991 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,427 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek carry?
About 3,991 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-522 over San Cristobal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.