Tower Road over I 70 Ml
GoodAdams County, Colorado · 1.3 MI N of JCT US 40 · Structure no. E-17-MY
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 252 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,204
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tower Road over I 70 Ml is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tower Road over I 70 Ml in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,204 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,865 by 2044. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 108 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tower Road over I 70 Ml built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tower Road over I 70 Ml in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Tower Road over I 70 Ml carry?
About 12,204 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Tower Road over I 70 Ml?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns Tower Road over I 70 Ml?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.