US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch
FairJefferson County, Colorado · 3.2 MI E of JCT SH 58 · Structure no. F-16-M
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 6 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 31,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,340 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 197 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch 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 US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch carry?
About 31,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 197 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 Ml over Lena Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.