US 287 Ml over Draw
FairBaca County, Colorado · 4.6 Miles North of Spring · Structure no. O-26-Q
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 Ml over Draw in Baca County, Colorado. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 55% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,720 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 93 ft wide. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Ml over Draw carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 55% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.