Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek
GoodAdams County, Colorado · .25 MI W of I25 · Structure no. THN-THN093-NIV
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,525
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek 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.
It carries about 20,525 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,683 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 241 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek 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 Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek carry?
About 20,525 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 241 ft wide.
Who owns Thornton Pkwy over Niver Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.