US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res
FairPosted for loadGunnison County, Colorado · 3 MI E/Sapinero/Mid Bridg · Structure no. K-07-B
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,530 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res in Gunnison County, Colorado. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,108 by 2040. The structure is 1,530 ft (466.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res?
The structure is 1,530 ft (466.4 m) long with a longest span of 361 ft (109.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over Gunnison/Blue Mesa Res?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.