US 36 Ml over Arickaree River
FairWashington County, Colorado · Just E of Cope · Structure no. F-25-A
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 461 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 870
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 Ml over Arickaree River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 36 Ml over Arickaree River in Washington County, Colorado. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 5 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 870 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,044 by 2040. The structure is 461 ft (140.5 m) long and 34 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 Ml over Arickaree River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 36 Ml over Arickaree 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does US 36 Ml over Arickaree River carry?
About 870 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US 36 Ml over Arickaree River?
The structure is 461 ft (140.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 Ml over Arickaree River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.