I 70 Ml over Draw
FairMesa County, Colorado · 0.2 Mi. W. of Mesa/Garfie · Structure no. G-04-H
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 70 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying I 70 Ml over Draw in Mesa County, Colorado. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 74 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,580 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 166 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 70 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is I 70 Ml over Draw 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 I 70 Ml over Draw carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I 70 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.
Who owns I 70 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.