US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River
GoodLas Animas County, Colorado · 0.5 MI E of I 25 in Trini · Structure no. P-19-BC
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 378 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River in Las Animas County, Colorado. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,144 by 2040. The structure is 378 ft (115.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River?
The structure is 378 ft (115.1 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 Bypass over Purgatoire River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.