US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek
PoorGrand County, Colorado · W. Edge of Tabernash · Structure no. E-13-F
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek in Grand County, Colorado. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 84 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 11,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,980 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek carry?
About 11,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 Ml over Crooked Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.