US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek
GoodOuray County, Colorado · 3.5 MI N. of JCT SH 361 M · Structure no. L-06-S
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek is a concrete frame carrying US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek in Ouray County, Colorado. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,123 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 50 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 | 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 US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 550 Ml over Dexter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.