US Bridges

I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw

Fair

Torrance County, New Mexico · I-40 Mm 210.2 · Structure no. 000000000005782

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
73 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
25,478
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 69 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 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 25,478 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,650 by 2043. The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesI-40 E/Wbl
CrossesOsita Draw
LocationI-40 Mm 210.2
RouteInterstate 40
CountyTorrance County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.00478, -105.80057
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans11
Design loadHS 20
Structure length73 ft (22.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,478 (2023)
Projected traffic34,650 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$912,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw carry?

About 25,478 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw?

The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns I-40 E/Wbl over Osita Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.