I-40 Wbl over Bluewater Creek & CR

Good Condition55 years old23,581 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyCibola
Location5.3 Mi W Of I-40 Exit-79
CarriesI-40 Wbl
CrossesBluewater Creek & CR
Coordinates35.24360, -107.95740

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length151.9 ft (46.3 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Area634.3 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1971 (reconstructed 2007)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic23,581 (2023)
Truck Traffic45%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000007254

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