US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 11.3 MI S of JCT US-82 · Structure no. 000000000006864
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 153 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,240
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 62 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 9,240 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,566 by 2043. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 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 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile 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 December 2021.
How much traffic does US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw carry?
About 9,240 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw?
The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US-285 Nbl/Sbl over Four Mile Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.