US 50 Ml over Draw
GoodOtero County, Colorado · 7.8 MI East of LA Junta · Structure no. L-23-K
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 Ml over Draw in Otero County, Colorado. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,434 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US 50 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over Draw carry?
About 3,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.