US-285 over Cottonwood Creek
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 8.4 MI N of US-82/ARTESIA · Structure no. 000000000006862
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 87 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,295
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-285 over Cottonwood Creek in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1999, 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 10,295 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,001 by 2043. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 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 Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US-285 over Cottonwood Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 10,295 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-285 over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.