SH 7 Ml over Draw
FairBoulder County, Colorado · 0.35 MI E of 75th ST · Structure no. D-16-BW
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 7 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 7 Ml over Draw in Boulder County, Colorado. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 5 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,130 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 7 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 7 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SH 7 Ml over Draw carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SH 7 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SH 7 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.