US Bridges

Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary

Fair

Adams County, Colorado · 0.1 MI W of Yosemite ST · Structure no. THN-EHLUIN-TOD

Built
2001
24 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,733
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 2001 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 24 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 2,733 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,553 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEhler Parkway
CrossesTodd Creek Tributary
Location0.1 MI W of Yosemite ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyAdams County
StateColorado
Coordinates39.96484, -104.8858
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,733 (2021)
Projected traffic3,553 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary carry?

About 2,733 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns Ehler Parkway over Todd Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.