US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek
GoodGrand County, Colorado · 15.9 MI SE of JCT SH 14 · Structure no. D-11-X
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek in Grand County, Colorado. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,622 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 Ml over Big Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.