US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo
FairBaca County, Colorado · 10 Miles North of Campo · Structure no. P-26-H
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 147 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo in Baca County, Colorado. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 59% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2040. The structure is 147 ft (44.7 m) long and 49 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Sand Arroyo built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo 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 2022.
How much traffic does US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 59% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo?
The structure is 147 ft (44.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Ml over Sand Arroyo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.