SH 291 Ml over Arkansas River
Fair Condition64 years old3,900 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Chaffee |
| Location | 6.8 Mi NW Of Salida |
| Carries | SH 291 Ml |
| Crosses | Arkansas River |
| Coordinates | 38.60798, -106.06440 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 272.0 ft (82.9 m) |
| Max Span | 121.4 ft (37 m) |
| Deck Width | 34.1 ft (10.4 m) |
| Deck Area | 862.2 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1962 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 3,900 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 4% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | J-12-E |