Us-285 over Salt Creek

Fair Condition42 years old3,591 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyChaves
Location8.0 Mi N Jct Us-70/285
CarriesUs-285
CrossesSalt Creek
Coordinates33.58812, -104.52105

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length183.1 ft (55.8 m)
Max Span61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Deck Width40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Area680.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1984

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,591 (2023)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008442

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