US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers
GoodEddy County, New Mexico · 18 M S JCT US82/285 · Structure no. 000000000008978
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 404 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,912
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,912 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,120 by 2043. The structure is 404 ft (123.1 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers carry?
About 8,912 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers?
The structure is 404 ft (123.1 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 over Middle Sevens Rivers?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.