US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek
FairHuerfano County, Colorado · 1.9 MI E of JCT SH 12 · Structure no. N-17-I
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek in Huerfano County, Colorado. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 98 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,307 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 117 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 Ml over North Veta Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.