US 85 Ml over Draw
FairWeld County, Colorado · 2.3 MI S of Wyoming S.L. · Structure no. A-17-W
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 85 Ml over Draw is a concrete tee beam carrying US 85 Ml over Draw in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2040. The structure is 69 ft (21.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 85 Ml over Draw built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 85 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 85 Ml over Draw carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 85 Ml over Draw?
The structure is 69 ft (21.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 85 Ml over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.