US 285 over Leon Creek
GoodPecos County, Texas · 7.10 MI SE of FM 1776 · Structure no. 061860013908053
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,580
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 over Leon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Leon Creek in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 70 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 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 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,950 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.3 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 over Leon Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is US 285 over Leon Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 285 over Leon Creek carry?
About 1,580 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Leon Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Leon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.