US Bridges

I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R

Fair

Valencia County, New Mexico · 0.2 MI S of N Belen Intch · Structure no. 000000000007044

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,903
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R in Valencia County, New Mexico. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 15,903 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,628 by 2043. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-25 Nbl
CrossesBNSF R/R
Location0.2 MI S of N Belen Intch
RouteInterstate 25
CountyValencia County
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates34.70791, -106.79097
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,903 (2023)
Projected traffic21,628 by 2043
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R carry?

About 15,903 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I-25 Nbl over BNSF R/R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.