US Bridges

US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Archuleta County, Colorado · 16.2 MI W of Pagosa Sprgs · Structure no. P-08-AH

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,500
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing in Archuleta County, Colorado. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,073 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS 160 Ml
CrossesWildlife Crossing
Location16.2 MI W of Pagosa Sprgs
RouteU.S. Route 160A
Coordinates37.21113, -107.26759
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width69 ft (20.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,500 (2021)
Projected traffic7,073 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 5,500 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.