SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr
FairCuster County, Colorado · 11.7 MI SE of JCT SH 96 M · Structure no. L-16-N
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr is a concrete culvert carrying SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr in Custer County, Colorado. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 5 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 262 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns SH 165 Ml over Middle Fk St.Charles Rvr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.