US 24 Ml over Draw
FairChaffee County, Colorado · 3.6 MI NE of JCT US 285 · Structure no. I-12-Y
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 Ml over Draw in Chaffee County, Colorado. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,643 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 24 Ml over Draw carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 24 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.