SH 144 Ml over South Platte River
GoodMorgan County, Colorado · 8 MI NW of Ft. Morgan · Structure no. C-21-BL
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 614 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 610
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 144 Ml over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 144 Ml over South Platte River in Morgan County, Colorado. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 610 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 708 by 2040. The structure is 614 ft (187.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 144 Ml over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 144 Ml over South Platte River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SH 144 Ml over South Platte River carry?
About 610 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 144 Ml over South Platte River?
The structure is 614 ft (187.2 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SH 144 Ml over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.