Cuervo
I-40 Bypass
State: New Mexico
County: Guadalupe County
Founded: 1901
Abandoned: 1970s
Peak Population: 150
Cuervo was a bustling Route 66 town until Interstate 40 bypassed it. Today only a few residents remain amid decaying buildings.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 minutes
Quick Facts
- Route 66 town
- I-40 bypassed it
- Photogenic decay
Location
Address: Old Route 66, Cuervo
Coordinates: 35.0167, -104.4333