US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek
FairAdams County, Colorado · 120th Ave. W. of Federal · Structure no. E-16-LX
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 151 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 41,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,330 by 2040. The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek carry?
About 41,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek?
The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Ml over Big Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.