NM ERFO FS SNTFE 2022-1(1) El Porvenir Bridge

PROJECT NUMBER:  NM ERFO FS SNTFE 2022-1(1)

PROJECT NAME:  EL PORVENIR BRIDGE

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:  The purpose of this project is to replace the previous bridge which was destroyed in the Hermits Peak/ Calf Canyon fire in April 2022. The bridge is located in the Santa Fe National Forest, approximately 17-miles northwest of Las Vegas, NM. The project is considered 4R and located in Mountainous terrain.

SCOPE OF THE WORK:  The proposed improvements include a new bridge west of the previously destroyed structure. The replacement bridge is planned to be a prefabricated steel structure with a span of 97 feet and a width of 16 feet. The bridge will be founded on drilled shafts with a structural metal decking and reinforced concrete topper. In addition, the scope includes removal of an existing low water crossing, which is serving as a temporary diversion for traffic along the route, and obliteration of a portion of the existing road. Embankment work will be required for the realignment of the aggregate surfaced road.

PRINCIPAL WORK ITEMS:

Prefabricated Steel Bridge: LPSM

Structural Concrete: 84 CUYD

Drilled Shafts, 24 Inch Diameter: 103 LNFT

Embankment Construction:  3,000 CUYD

ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE:  The anticipated advertisement date is October 2024 with an award date of December 2024. Physical construction activities at the site are anticipated to occur between May 2025 and October 2025.

ESTIMATED COST RANGE:  The proposed project is estimated at a cost between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000.

MISCELLANEOUS: There is a private youth camp north of the bridge, access will need to be maintained through an existing low water crossing. Full closures for construction related activities may not occur May 15 through July 15. Use of the USFS campground north of the bridge is allowed. The existing low water crossing may be used and must be maintained throughout construction.