NM-38 over Red River
FairTaos County, New Mexico · Nm 38 Mm 5.25 · Structure no. 000000000008714
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,991
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-38 over Red River is a concrete culvert carrying NM-38 over Red River in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,991 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,707 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NM-38 over Red River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-38 over Red River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NM-38 over Red River carry?
About 1,991 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-38 over Red River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns NM-38 over Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.