US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk
FairWashington County, Colorado · 1 MI W of Last Chance · Structure no. F-22-B
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 560
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk is a concrete frame carrying US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk in Washington 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 560 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 661 by 2040. The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk 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 2025.
How much traffic does US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk carry?
About 560 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk?
The structure is 72 ft (22 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 Ml over W. Plum Bush Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.