IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek
GoodTaos County, New Mexico · 1.6 KM NW of Taos Pueblo · Structure no. 00000000000M207
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek in Taos County, New Mexico. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 234 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 708 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.