US-285 N over Black River
GoodEddy County, New Mexico · 17.1 MI N of Texas Line · Structure no. 000000000009035
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 328 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,705
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 N over Black River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 N over Black River in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 1998 and reconstructed in 2023, 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 4,705 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,398 by 2042. The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 N over Black River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is US-285 N over Black River 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US-285 N over Black River carry?
About 4,705 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US-285 N over Black River?
The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 N over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.