The Federal Highway Administration is responsible for administering highway bridge programs. These bridge programs replace, rehabilitate, and widen deficient bridge structures. The programs are also used to identify and correct potentially hazardous structures. These programs include the Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program, National Bridge Inspection Standards, Scour Evaluation Program, Bridge Management Systems, and Technology Transfer efforts.

Bridge of the Hidalgos
No. 701
Grant Avenue, Santa Fe

The Bridge of the Hidalgos is located on Grant Avenue over Arroyo Mascaras in Santa Fe. This bridge is a concrete rainbow arch constructed in 1920 by the Midland Bridge Company. It has a total length of 54 feet and a 16 foot roadway. A four foot wide sidewalk is located on the outside of each arch.

The Bridge of the Hidalgos is the only known concrete rainbow arch built in New Mexico. It is presently in use carrying limited traffic on Grant Avenue and it has been recognized for its unique design by being listed on the State Register of Cultural Properties.

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