SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River
FairConejos County, Colorado · 4.6 MI W of Antonito · Structure no. P-12-G
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 960
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River in Conejos County, Colorado. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 960 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 979 by 2040. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River carry?
About 960 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns SH 17 Ml over Br. of Conejos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.