US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin
GoodFremont County, Colorado · 6.2 MI East of JCT SH 69 · Structure no. K-14-N
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin in Fremont County, Colorado. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,575 by 2040. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over Sheep Basin?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.