SH 61 Ml over Draw
FairWashington County, Colorado · 15.4 MI No of JCT US 34 · Structure no. C-25-G
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 440
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 61 Ml over Draw is a steel culvert carrying SH 61 Ml over Draw in Washington County, Colorado. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 440 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 603 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 61 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 61 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 2023.
How much traffic does SH 61 Ml over Draw carry?
About 440 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SH 61 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns SH 61 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.