US-285 over Unnamed Waterway
FairRio Arriba County, New Mexico · 3.40 MI N of JCT US-64 · Structure no. 000000000004110
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,535
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over Unnamed Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying US-285 over Unnamed Waterway in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 1,535 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,087 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 over Unnamed Waterway built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 over Unnamed Waterway 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 1,535 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US-285 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.