US-70 over US-285
FairChaves County, New Mexico · Junction US-70/285 · Structure no. 000000000008903
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 215 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,428
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-70 over US-285 is a steel continuous frame carrying US-70 over US-285 in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 2,428 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,302 by 2043. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 96 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-70 over US-285 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-70 over US-285 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US-70 over US-285 carry?
About 2,428 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-70 over US-285?
The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns US-70 over US-285?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.