US 85 Ml over UP RR
GoodWeld County, Colorado · 5 Mi. S. of Greeley · Structure no. C-18-FB
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 297 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 85 Ml over UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 85 Ml over UP RR in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,270 by 2040. The structure is 297 ft (90.4 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 85 Ml over UP RR built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 85 Ml over UP RR 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does US 85 Ml over UP RR carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 85 Ml over UP RR?
The structure is 297 ft (90.4 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns US 85 Ml over UP RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.