US 285 CarlsbadNM to PecosTX hazard

[bigjohnsd]

Looking for input on the viability of this route the first week of March.

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[PGlaves]

The route from the Park to Van Horn and Dell City is almost certain to be fine at that time. Some freak storm is always possible but not likely. The likelihood of a problem would be a bit higher in the New Mexico part of the route.