US-285 South over Black River
GoodEddy County, New Mexico · 17.1 M N of Tx Line · Structure no. 000000000009844
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 328 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,786
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 South over Black River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 South over Black River in Eddy County, New Mexico. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 4,786 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,508 by 2042. The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 South over Black River built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 South 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 South over Black River carry?
About 4,786 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is US-285 South over Black River?
The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 South over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.