US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR
FairMesa County, Colorado · Just E. of Debeque Interc · Structure no. G-04-AZ
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR is a concrete culvert carrying US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR in Mesa County, Colorado. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,220 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 6M Ml over Horsethief Creek [n] SR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.