FL-4685 over Hondo River
GoodChaves County, New Mexico · 0.3 M S US-285/380-ROSWEL · Structure no. 000000000005292
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,993
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FL-4685 over Hondo River is a concrete frame carrying FL-4685 over Hondo River in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 16,993 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,110 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 99 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FL-4685 over Hondo River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FL-4685 over Hondo River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does FL-4685 over Hondo River carry?
About 16,993 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FL-4685 over Hondo River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.
Who owns FL-4685 over Hondo River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.