NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway
GoodTorrance County, New Mexico · 12.0 MI N of US-60 · Structure no. 000000000005606
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 710
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 710 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 965 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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-55 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 710 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns NM-55 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.