48th Avenue-Future over E-470
FairAdams County, Colorado · 23.43 MI from I25 · Structure no. E-470-23.43C
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 231 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Private
- Private (other than railroad)
About this bridge
48th Avenue-Future over E-470 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 48th Avenue-Future over E-470 in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 29,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30,000 by 2038. The structure is 231 ft (70.3 m) long and 136 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 48th Avenue-Future over E-470 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is 48th Avenue-Future over E-470 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 48th Avenue-Future over E-470 carry?
About 29,000 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is 48th Avenue-Future over E-470?
The structure is 231 ft (70.3 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 136 ft wide.
Who owns 48th Avenue-Future over E-470?
It is owned by the Private (other than railroad) and maintained by the Local Toll Authority.