E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch
GoodAdams County, Colorado · 37.83 MI from I25 · Structure no. E-470-37.83B
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 780 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,095
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 20,095 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,769 by 2038. The structure is 780 ft (237.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch 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 2023.
How much traffic does E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch carry?
About 20,095 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch?
The structure is 780 ft (237.6 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns E-470 SB over US85 UPRR Fulton Ditch?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.