Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R
FairMesa County, Colorado · 0.1 MI E of JCT SH 65 Ml · Structure no. H-03-S
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 248 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R in Mesa County, Colorado. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,760 by 2040. The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long and 34 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R 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 Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R?
The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Ramp (wb) to SH 65 over Plateau Creek R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.