US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek
FairElbert County, Colorado · 1.9 M E of Matheson · Structure no. H-21-AF
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek in Elbert County, Colorado. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,660 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 Ml over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.