US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek
FairLincoln County, Colorado · 1 MI E of Hugo · Structure no. H-23-AJ
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek in Lincoln County, Colorado. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,700 by 2040. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek?
The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 Ml over Fork of Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.