L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal
FairValencia County, New Mexico · .3 MI E of JCT I-25/BELEN · Structure no. 000000000007449
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,037
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal is a concrete culvert carrying L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal 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 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 9,037 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,290 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal carry?
About 9,037 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns L-00013 over Belen Highline Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.