US 285 Ml over Wild Life Crossing
GoodJefferson County, Colorado · Schaeffers Crossing · Structure no. G-15-S
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 Ml over Wild Life Crossing is a steel culvert carrying US 285 Ml over Wild Life Crossing in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,400 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 144 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 Ml over Wild Life Crossing built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 285 Ml over Wild Life 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 Wild Life Crossing carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 285 Ml over Wild Life Crossing?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 Ml over Wild Life Crossing?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.