Torrance County Bridge Report Card
Torrance County scores 82 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Torrance County, New Mexico
Torrance County has 70 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 5.7% is above the 4.3% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,467 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Torrance County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 82/100 (B). The county has 70 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,467 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 5.7% | 11.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.3% of measured traffic | 0.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 62 years vs 48 nationally | 5.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 432,886 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 5.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.3% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 62 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,467 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Torrance County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us-60 over Barranco Arroyo | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,943 | 1957 |
| Nm-337 over Perro Canyon | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 959 | 1957 |
| Nm-337 over Unnamed Waterway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 959 | 1958 |
| Nm-55 over Bnsf Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 606 | 1961 |
| I-40 Ebl/wbl over Martin Road | High traffic | Fair | 28,807 | 1969 |
| I-40 Ebl/wbl over Unnamed Waterway | High traffic | Good | 28,433 | 1969 |
| I-40 Ebl over Salt Draw | High traffic | Fair | 28,433 | 1970 |
| I-40 Wbl over Salt Draw | High traffic | Good | 28,433 | 1970 |
| I-40 Ebl/wbl over Unnamed Waterway | High traffic | Good | 28,395 | 1970 |
| I-40 Eb/wb over Unnamed Waterway | High traffic | Fair | 27,229 | 1969 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.