US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek
GoodCheyenne County, Colorado · 6 MI S of US 40 · Structure no. J-27-P
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek in Cheyenne County, Colorado. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 730 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 986 by 2040. The structure is 144 ft (44 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (44 m) long with a longest span of 142 ft (43.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 385 Ml over South Ladder Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.