US 491 Ml over Alkali Creek

Poor Condition89 years old3,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyDolores
Location1.5 Miles NW Cahone
CarriesUS 491 Ml
CrossesAlkali Creek
Coordinates37.67575, -108.81601

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert4 (Poor)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Max Span14.1 ft (4.3 m)
Deck Width87.9 ft (26.8 m)
Deck Area235.8 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1937 (reconstructed 1960)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,400 (2020)
Truck Traffic22%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberN-01-A

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