SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch
GoodMesa County, Colorado · Just S. of CR 45 1/2 · Structure no. H-04-V
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch in Mesa County, Colorado. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,938 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 88 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns SH 65 Ml over Atwell Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.