US 160 Ml over Canal
GoodCostilla County, Colorado · @ Blanca 21 MI E of Alam · Structure no. O-14-H
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 Ml over Canal is a steel culvert carrying US 160 Ml over Canal in Costilla County, Colorado. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,550 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 Ml over Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 Ml over Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 160 Ml over Canal carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 160 Ml over Canal?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 Ml over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.