SH 71 Ml over Arkansas River

Good Condition7 years old1,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyOtero
Location2.9 Mi N Of Rocky Ford
CarriesSH 71 Ml
CrossesArkansas River
Coordinates38.10569, -103.74745

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length655.2 ft (199.7 m)
Max Span116.1 ft (35.4 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area2616.1 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built2019

Traffic

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

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberL-22-LL

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