US-285 over Macho Draw
GoodChaves County, New Mexico · 13 MI N of JCT US-70/285 · Structure no. 000000000009027
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 226 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,591
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Macho Draw is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 over Macho Draw in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 226 ft (69 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 over Macho Draw built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 over Macho Draw 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 over Macho Draw carry?
About 3,591 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Macho Draw?
The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 over Macho Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.