NM-196 over Rio Costilla
GoodTaos County, New Mexico · 7.45 MI E of JCT NM-522 · Structure no. 000000000008722
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 633
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-196 over Rio Costilla is a concrete culvert carrying NM-196 over Rio Costilla in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 633 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 860 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long.
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-196 over Rio Costilla built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-196 over Rio Costilla 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does NM-196 over Rio Costilla carry?
About 633 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-196 over Rio Costilla?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns NM-196 over Rio Costilla?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.