SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River
FairDelta County, Colorado · 5 MI E of Delta · Structure no. I-04-M
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 318 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River in Delta County, Colorado. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,700 by 2040. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 65 Ml over Gunnison 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River?
The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SH 65 Ml over Gunnison River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.