US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal
FairOtero County, Colorado · 0.6 MI East of Manzanola · Structure no. L-21-K
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal in Otero County, Colorado. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,880 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 140 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal carry?
About 5,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over Catlin Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.