US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing
GoodJefferson County, Colorado · Near Conifer · Structure no. F-15-DL
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing is a steel culvert carrying US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,420 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing 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 US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 Ml over Wildlife Crossing?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.