US 50 Ml over UP RR Arkansas River
FairFremont County, Colorado · 1.5 MI Frm SH 9 near Park · Structure no. K-15-W
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over UP RR Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 Ml over UP RR Arkansas River in Fremont 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,255 by 2040. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 UP RR Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 Ml over UP RR Arkansas River 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 UP RR Arkansas River carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over UP RR Arkansas River?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over UP RR Arkansas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.