SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek
GoodJefferson County, Colorado · West Edge of Kittredge · Structure no. F-15-BF
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 66 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.