Washington Street over Niver Creek
FairAdams County, Colorado · Just S of Coronado Pkwy · Structure no. THN-WAS083-NIV
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,177
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington Street over Niver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Washington Street over Niver Creek in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 24,177 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,430 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Street over Niver Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Street over Niver Creek 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 Washington Street over Niver Creek carry?
About 24,177 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Washington Street over Niver Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Street over Niver Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.