I 70 Ml Wbnd over Draw
FairElbert County, Colorado · 3 Mi. W. Limon · Structure no. G-22-BJ
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 70 Ml Wbnd over Draw is a concrete tee beam carrying I 70 Ml Wbnd over Draw in Elbert County, Colorado. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,875 by 2040. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 70 Ml Wbnd over Draw built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 70 Ml Wbnd 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 Wbnd over Draw carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I 70 Ml Wbnd over Draw?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns I 70 Ml Wbnd over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.