SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek
FairJefferson County, Colorado · 2.3 MI W of JCT SH 93 · Structure no. E-15-B
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,324 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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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 SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 Ml over Coal 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 Ml over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.