US-285 over Spencer Draw
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 10.5 M N JCT US62/CARLSBD · Structure no. 000000000005608
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,540
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Spencer Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US-285 over Spencer Draw in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 73 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 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 13,540 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,414 by 2043. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 over Spencer Draw built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US-285 over Spencer Draw 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does US-285 over Spencer Draw carry?
About 13,540 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Spencer Draw?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-285 over Spencer Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.