I 70 Ml over Draw
FairKit Carson County, Colorado · 14.1 MI E of Flagler · Structure no. G-25-M
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 70 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying I 70 Ml over Draw in Kit Carson County, Colorado. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 61 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,530 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 224 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 I 70 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is I 70 Ml over Draw 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 I 70 Ml over Draw carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I 70 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 224 ft wide.
Who owns I 70 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.