US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek
FairFremont County, Colorado · 4.3 Mi. East of Cotopaxi · Structure no. K-14-Y
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek in Fremont County, Colorado. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,399 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.