US Bridges

86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Adams County, Colorado · 0.6 MI East of Steele ST · Structure no. THN-086CLD-HFD

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
286
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying 86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 286 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 372 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Carries86th Avenue
CrossesHoffman Ditch
Location0.6 MI East of Steele ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.85287, -104.93915
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic286 (2021)
Projected traffic372 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$108,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is 86th Avenue over Hoffman 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does 86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch carry?

About 286 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is 86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 86th Avenue over Hoffman Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.