SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber Creek
FairJefferson County, Colorado · Ward RD Arvada · Structure no. E-16-IC
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber Creek in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 28,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,960 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 Van Bibber Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber Creek carry?
About 28,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns SH 72 Ml over Van Bibber Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.