US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal
GoodSaguache County, Colorado · 0.5 MI No of JCT SH 112 M · Structure no. M-12-R
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal in Saguache County, Colorado. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,146 by 2040. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 Ml over Farmers Union Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.