I 70 Ml over Draw
FairAdams County, Colorado · 1 MI W of Bennett Intrc · Structure no. F-19-AK
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 70 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying I 70 Ml over Draw in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,840 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 70 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 70 Ml over Draw 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does I 70 Ml over Draw carry?
About 26,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is I 70 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 70 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.