Tower Road over E-470
GoodAdams County, Colorado · 33.22 MI from I25 · Structure no. E-470-33.22C
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,100
- 2014 count
- Owner
- Private
- Private (other than railroad)
About this bridge
Tower Road over E-470 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tower Road over E-470 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 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 9,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2034. The structure is 250 ft (76.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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 E-470 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tower Road over E-470 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Tower Road over E-470 carry?
About 9,100 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Tower Road over E-470?
The structure is 250 ft (76.1 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Tower Road over E-470?
It is owned by the Private (other than railroad) and maintained by the Local Toll Authority.