US Bridges

I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo

Good

Torrance County, New Mexico · 20.2 M E JCT US-285/I-40 · Structure no. 000000000009786

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
137 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
20,203
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo in Torrance County, New Mexico. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 20,203 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,476 by 2043. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI-40 Ebl/Wbl
CrossesPintada Tributary Arroyo
Location20.2 M E JCT US-285/I-40
RouteInterstate 40
CountyTorrance County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates34.99192, -105.30639
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,203 (2023)
Projected traffic27,476 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo carry?

About 20,203 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns I-40 Ebl/Wbl over Pintada Tributary Arroyo?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.