US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl
FairEddy County, New Mexico · 14 MI S of US-82 Artesia · Structure no. 000000000008774
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 185 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,240
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 9,240 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,566 by 2043. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 41 ft wide.
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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-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl carry?
About 9,240 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl?
The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 Nbl over Seven Rivers Flood Chanl?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.