US 160 Ml over Smith Canyon
GoodLas Animas County, Colorado · 7 Miles W of Kim · Structure no. P-23-D
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 160 Ml over Smith Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying US 160 Ml over Smith Canyon in Las Animas County, Colorado. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 171 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 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 Smith Canyon built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 160 Ml over Smith Canyon 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 Smith Canyon carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 160 Ml over Smith Canyon?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 160 Ml over Smith Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.