SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw
FairWeld County, Colorado · .5 MI W of Ft Lupton · Structure no. D-17-BH
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw in Weld 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 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,330 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 52 Ml over S Platte River Ovrflw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.