Nm-72 over Chicorico Creek

Fair Condition46 years old136 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyColfax
Location5.6 Mi E Of I-25/RATON
CarriesNm-72
CrossesChicorico Creek
Coordinates36.93397, -104.34670

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length223.1 ft (68 m)
Max Span75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Deck Width30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Area639.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic136 (2023)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008227

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