US-285 over BNSF Railroad
GoodSanta Fe County, New Mexico · At JCT US-285/NM-41 · Structure no. 000000000008782
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 129 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,942
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-285 over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-285 over BNSF Railroad in Santa Fe County, New Mexico. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,942 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,001 by 2043. The structure is 129 ft (39.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-285 over BNSF Railroad built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-285 over BNSF Railroad 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US-285 over BNSF Railroad carry?
About 2,942 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-285 over BNSF Railroad?
The structure is 129 ft (39.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns US-285 over BNSF Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.