US-285 over Unnamed Waterway
FairSan Miguel County, New Mexico · 6.50 MI N of JCT I-40 · Structure no. 000000000003847
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,587
- 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 San Miguel County, New Mexico. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 1,587 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,158 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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. It was reconstructed in 1989.
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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 over Unnamed Waterway carry?
About 1,587 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over Unnamed Waterway?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US-285 over Unnamed Waterway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.