US Bridges

I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR

Fair

Garfield County, Colorado · 2.2 MI E of SH 6/RULISON · Structure no. F-05-D

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,162
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR is a concrete culvert carrying I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR in Garfield County, Colorado. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 5 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 1,162 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,476 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesI 70 Service Rd/Us
CrossesDraw SR
Location2.2 MI E of SH 6/RULISON
RouteInterstate 70A
CountyGarfield County
StateColorado
Coordinates39.50175, -107.90161
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.5 US tons
Inventory rating52.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,162 (2023)
Projected traffic1,476 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR carry?

About 1,162 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I 70 Service Rd/Us over Draw SR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.