US 160 Ml over Draw
PoorBaca County, Colorado · 9.8 Miles E. of Pritchet · Structure no. O-26-I
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Masonry
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 Ml over Draw is a masonry culvert carrying US 160 Ml over Draw in Baca County, Colorado. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 420 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 449 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 Ml over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US 160 Ml over Draw carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 160 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.