SH 71 Ml over South Platte River
GoodMorgan County, Colorado · 6.2 MI N of JCT I-76 · Structure no. C-22-BT
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,112 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 71 Ml over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 71 Ml over South Platte River in Morgan County, Colorado. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,612 by 2040. The structure is 1,112 ft (338.9 m) long and 42 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 71 Ml over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 71 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does SH 71 Ml over South Platte River carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is SH 71 Ml over South Platte River?
The structure is 1,112 ft (338.9 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (37 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 71 Ml over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.