US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River
FairRoutt County, Colorado · 7.7 MI W of Stmbt Sprngs · Structure no. C-09-U
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River in Routt 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 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,018 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 Ml over N Fk Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.