US 50 Ml over King Arroyo
FairOtero County, Colorado · In LA Junta · Structure no. M-22-X
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over King Arroyo is a concrete tee beam carrying US 50 Ml over King Arroyo 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,860 by 2040. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 Ml over King Arroyo built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 Ml over King Arroyo 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over King Arroyo carry?
About 4,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over King Arroyo?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over King Arroyo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.