US 50 Ml over Huerfano River
FairPueblo County, Colorado · Just E. of Intersct to Bo · Structure no. L-19-B
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 416 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 Ml over Huerfano River is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 50 Ml over Huerfano River in Pueblo County, Colorado. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 104 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,106 by 2040. The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 Ml over Huerfano River built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is US 50 Ml over Huerfano River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 Ml over Huerfano River carry?
About 4,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 50 Ml over Huerfano River?
The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 Ml over Huerfano River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.