US Bridges

E-470 NB over South Platte River

Good

Adams County, Colorado · 38.97 MI from I25 · Structure no. E-470-38.97A

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
907 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
18,870
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

E-470 NB over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E-470 NB over South Platte River in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 18,870 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,588 by 2038. The structure is 907 ft (276.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesE-470 NB
CrossesSouth Platte River
Location38.97 MI from I25
Coordinates39.9472, -104.85859
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length907 ft (276.6 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.8 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,870 (2018)
Projected traffic33,588 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E-470 NB over South Platte River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is E-470 NB over South Platte River 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 NB over South Platte River carry?

About 18,870 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is E-470 NB over South Platte River?

The structure is 907 ft (276.6 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns E-470 NB over South Platte River?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.