US-285 over Unnamed Waterway
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 22.8 MI S of JCT US-82 · Structure no. 000000000008474
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,912
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-285 over Unnamed Waterway in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 42 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 8,912 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,120 by 2043. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US-285 over Unnamed Waterway 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 Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 8,912 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-285 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.