SH 78 Ml over Draw
FairPueblo County, Colorado · 12 Mi. Sw. of Pueblo · Structure no. L-17-F
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 124 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 78 Ml over Draw is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 78 Ml over Draw in Pueblo County, Colorado. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2038. The structure is 124 ft (37.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 78 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 78 Ml over Draw 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 SH 78 Ml over Draw carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 78 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 124 ft (37.7 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns SH 78 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.