US Bridges

FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls

Fair

Torrance County, New Mexico · I-40 Exit 203 · Structure no. 000000000006942

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
270 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
884
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 56 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 5 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 884 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,202 by 2043. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFR-4066
CrossesI-40 Ebls/Wbls
LocationI-40 Exit 203
RouteState Highway 4066
CountyTorrance County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.0066, -105.91357
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic884 (2023)
Projected traffic1,202 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$600,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls carry?

About 884 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FR-4066 over I-40 Ebls/Wbls?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.