I 70 Ml over Draw
FairElbert County, Colorado · 7.4 MI E of JCT Deertrail · Structure no. F-21-J
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 70 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying I 70 Ml over Draw in Elbert County, Colorado. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 11,000 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,080 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 262 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 70 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 70 Ml over Draw 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I 70 Ml over Draw carry?
About 11,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I 70 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m) and a deck 262 ft wide.
Who owns I 70 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.