Nm-498 over Rio Grande

Fair Condition54 years old2,248 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyDona Ana
Location0.2 Mi W Of Nm-273/anapra
CarriesNm-498
CrossesRio Grande
Coordinates31.79885, -106.55495

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length690.0 ft (210.3 m)
Max Span75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Deck Width46.9 ft (14.3 m)
Deck Area3007.3 sq m
Main Spans9
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,248 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000007276

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