E-470 Ml over First Creek
FairAdams County, Colorado · 0.35 MI North of I-70 · Structure no. E-470-20.81CBC
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,174
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
E-470 Ml over First Creek is a concrete culvert carrying E-470 Ml over First Creek in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 36,174 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,389 by 2038. The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long and 278 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E-470 Ml over First Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is E-470 Ml over First Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does E-470 Ml over First Creek carry?
About 36,174 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is E-470 Ml over First Creek?
The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 278 ft wide.
Who owns E-470 Ml over First Creek?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.