US 160 Ml over Salt Creek
GoodLas Animas County, Colorado · 18.1 MI E of JCT US 350 · Structure no. P-20-F
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 170
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 Ml over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 160 Ml over Salt Creek in Las Animas County, Colorado. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older 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 170 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 206 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 160 Ml over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 Ml over Salt Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 160 Ml over Salt Creek carry?
About 170 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is US 160 Ml over Salt Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 Ml over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.