US Bridges

I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Torrance County, New Mexico · 4.8 MI E of JCT NM-41 · Structure no. 000000000007056

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
28,433
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 1969, 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 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 28,433 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,668 by 2043. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesI-40 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location4.8 MI E of JCT NM-41
RouteInterstate 40
CountyTorrance County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.00458, -105.96799
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 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 traffic28,433 (2023)
Projected traffic38,668 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$954,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway built?

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

What condition is I-40 Ebl/Wbl 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 28,433 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.