NM-150 over Rio Hondo
GoodTaos County, New Mexico · 6.9 MI N of JCT NM-150 · Structure no. 000000000007434
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,493
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-150 over Rio Hondo is a steel culvert carrying NM-150 over Rio Hondo in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 1,493 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,030 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-150 over Rio Hondo built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-150 over Rio Hondo 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NM-150 over Rio Hondo carry?
About 1,493 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-150 over Rio Hondo?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).
Who owns NM-150 over Rio Hondo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.