US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix
FairChaves County, New Mexico · 14.2 MI S of NM-2/ROSWELL · Structure no. 000000000009030
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 292 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,623
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix in Chaves County, New Mexico. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 9,623 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,087 by 2043. The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix carry?
About 9,623 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix?
The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 Sbl over Rio Felix?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.