US-285 over Five Mile Draw
FairChaves County, New Mexico · 23.7 M N JCT US70/N Roswl · Structure no. 000000000002307
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,591
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Five Mile Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US-285 over Five Mile Draw in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 88 years old, older than the New Mexico average of 51.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,591 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,883 by 2043. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 over Five Mile Draw built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US-285 over Five Mile Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2022.
How much traffic does US-285 over Five Mile Draw carry?
About 3,591 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Five Mile Draw?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US-285 over Five Mile Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.