SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River
GoodWeld County, Colorado · 0.2 MI N of JCT SH 60 · Structure no. C-17-GU
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 207 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,504 by 2038. The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River?
The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SH 257 Ml over Little Thompson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.