SH 96 Ml over Arroyo
FairPueblo County, Colorado · 1.9 MI E of JCT SH 229 S · Structure no. K-19-R
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 96 Ml over Arroyo is a concrete culvert carrying SH 96 Ml over Arroyo in Pueblo County, Colorado. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,856 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 96 Ml over Arroyo built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 96 Ml over 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does SH 96 Ml over Arroyo carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 96 Ml over Arroyo?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns SH 96 Ml over Arroyo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.