US-82 over Eagle Draw
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 14.9 M W of US-285/ARTESI · Structure no. 000000000006764
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 117 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,805
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-82 over Eagle Draw is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-82 over Eagle Draw in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,805 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,814 by 2043. The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-82 over Eagle Draw built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-82 over Eagle 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US-82 over Eagle Draw carry?
About 2,805 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-82 over Eagle Draw?
The structure is 117 ft (35.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-82 over Eagle Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.