Us-285 over Soapberry Draw

Fair Condition78 years old13,540 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyEddy
Location9.1 M N Jct Us62/carlsbad
CarriesUs-285
CrossesSoapberry Draw
Coordinates32.48921, -104.34261

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Max Span7.9 ft (2.4 m)
Deck Area103.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1948

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,540 (2023)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000005562

Nearby Bridges

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