US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek
GoodChaves County, New Mexico · 8 M N JCT US70/ROSWELL · Structure no. 000000000009021
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 187 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,591
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 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 3,591 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,883 by 2043. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 43 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek carry?
About 3,591 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek?
The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 Nbl over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.