US 287 Ml over Bear Creek

Good Condition91 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyBaca
Location2 Miles North Of Springfi
CarriesUS 287 Ml
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates37.43331, -102.61707

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length167.0 ft (50.9 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width50.5 ft (15.4 m)
Deck Area783.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1976)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,000 (2020)
Truck Traffic55%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberO-26-A

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