US285 Ml over Poncha Creek
FairChaffee County, Colorado · 5.0 MI S of JCT US50 · Structure no. K-12-E
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US285 Ml over Poncha Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US285 Ml over Poncha Creek in Chaffee County, Colorado. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1965, 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,164 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 61 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 US285 Ml over Poncha Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US285 Ml over Poncha Creek 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 US285 Ml over Poncha Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US285 Ml over Poncha Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US285 Ml over Poncha Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.