SH 65 Ml over Draw
GoodMesa County, Colorado · 8 MI S. of JCT I 70 · Structure no. H-04-U
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 65 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 65 Ml over Draw in Mesa 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 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 65 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 65 Ml over Draw 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does SH 65 Ml over Draw carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 65 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns SH 65 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.