US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River
FairChaffee County, Colorado · 0.1 MI East of JCT SH291 · Structure no. J-13-J
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 54 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River is a steel culvert carrying US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River in Chaffee County, Colorado. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,992 by 2040. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 50 Ml over S Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River carry?
About 5,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over S Arkansas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.