US 287 Ml over Clay Creek
GoodProwers County, Colorado · 10 M S of Lamar · Structure no. M-26-J
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Ml over Clay Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 Ml over Clay Creek in Prowers County, Colorado. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 97 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 Ml over Clay Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Ml over Clay 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Ml over Clay Creek carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Ml over Clay Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Ml over Clay Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.