US-56 over Unnamed Waterway
FairUnion County, New Mexico · 19.7 MI E of JCT NM-39 · Structure no. 000000000007588
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 460
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-56 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-56 over Unnamed Waterway in Union County, New Mexico. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 460 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 625 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 90.1 mi (145 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-56 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-56 over Unnamed Waterway 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US-56 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 460 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-56 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-56 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.