US 287 Ml over North Butte Creek
GoodProwers County, Colorado · 26 Miles South of Lamar · Structure no. N-26-S
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Ml over North Butte Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 Ml over North Butte 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,775 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 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 287 Ml over North Butte Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Ml over North Butte 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Ml over North Butte Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Ml over North Butte Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Ml over North Butte Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.