US Bridges

US-64 over Unnamed Waterway

Good

Union County, New Mexico · 5.8 M E NM-325/DES Moines · Structure no. 000000000005679

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,134
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-64 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-64 over Unnamed Waterway in Union County, New Mexico. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 4,134 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,622 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS-64
CrossesUnnamed Waterway
Location5.8 M E NM-325/DES Moines
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates36.6924, -103.79064
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,134 (2023)
Projected traffic5,622 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$204,000 (2030 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-64 over Unnamed Waterway built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-64 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does US-64 over Unnamed Waterway carry?

About 4,134 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-64 over Unnamed Waterway?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US-64 over Unnamed Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.