SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal
FairCrowley County, Colorado · 3.5 MI East of Ordway · Structure no. L-22-C
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal in Crowley County, Colorado. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,888 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 96 Ml over Meredith Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.