US 285 Ml over Elk Creek
FairJefferson County, Colorado · Shaffers Crossing · Structure no. G-15-D
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 Ml over Elk Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 285 Ml over Elk Creek in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,400 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 187 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 Ml over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 285 Ml over Elk 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 285 Ml over Elk Creek carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 285 Ml over Elk Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 187 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 Ml over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.