SH 71 Ml over Rocky Ford Canal

Fair Condition45 years old1,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyOtero
Location0.8 Mi No Of Jct US 50 Ml
CarriesSH 71 Ml
CrossesRocky Ford Canal
Coordinates38.07582, -103.74759

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length41.0 ft (12.5 m)
Max Span39.4 ft (12 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area162.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,700 (2020)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection122
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberL-22-CK

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