US-60 over Barranco Arroyo
PoorPosted for loadTorrance County, New Mexico · 7.7 MI W of JCT NM-55 · Structure no. 000000000005735
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,943
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Barranco Arroyo is a concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-60 over Barranco Arroyo in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,943 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,002 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-60 over Barranco Arroyo built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-60 over Barranco Arroyo in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US-60 over Barranco Arroyo carry?
About 2,943 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Barranco Arroyo?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US-60 over Barranco Arroyo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.