NM-522 over Costilla Creek
GoodTaos County, New Mexico · Nm 522 Mm 39.9 · Structure no. 000000000006016
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,049
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-522 over Costilla Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NM-522 over Costilla Creek in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,049 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,426 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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-522 over Costilla Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-522 over Costilla Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does NM-522 over Costilla Creek carry?
About 1,049 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-522 over Costilla Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-522 over Costilla Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.