US Bridges

US-285 over Delaware River

Good

Eddy County, New Mexico · 2.056 MI N Nm/Tex Line · Structure no. 000000000009829

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete Continuous
Length
360 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,528
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-285 over Delaware River is a concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 over Delaware River in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,528 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,958 by 2041. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesUS-285
CrossesDelaware River
Location2.056 MI N Nm/Tex Line
RouteU.S. Route 285
Coordinates32.02298, -104.05444
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,528 (2021)
Projected traffic12,958 by 2041
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-285 over Delaware River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-285 over Delaware 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-285 over Delaware River carry?

About 9,528 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-285 over Delaware River?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns US-285 over Delaware River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.