SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal
FairRio Grande County, Colorado · In Center 2 MI E of US285 · Structure no. N-12-H
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal in Rio Grande County, Colorado. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 6 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,530 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns SH 112 Ml over Farmers Union Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.