Us-285 over Macho Draw

Fair Condition42 years old3,591 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyChaves
Location13.0 Mi N Jct Us-70/285
CarriesUs-285
CrossesMacho Draw
Coordinates33.65167, -104.56233

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length231.0 ft (70.4 m)
Max Span74.1 ft (22.6 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area922.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1984

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,591 (2023)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008425

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