US 285 Ml over Draw
PoorChaffee County, Colorado · 9.1 MI N. of Poncha Sprgs · Structure no. J-12-AJ
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 Ml over Draw is a steel culvert carrying US 285 Ml over Draw in Chaffee County, Colorado. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 8,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,320 by 2040. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 285 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 285 Ml over Draw carry?
About 8,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 285 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.