NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo
GoodTorrance County, New Mexico · 1.85 MI S of JCT I-40 · Structure no. 000000000006861
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 106 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,297
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 4,297 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,843 by 2043. The structure is 106 ft (32.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo carry?
About 4,297 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo?
The structure is 106 ft (32.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NM-41 over Ortiz Arroyo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.