76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek
FairAdams County, Colorado · 1/2 Blk E of Sheridan Ave · Structure no. WST11-8-R
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,417
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek in Adams County, Colorado. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 4,417 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,743 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is 76th Avenue over Little Dry 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does 76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek carry?
About 4,417 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is 76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns 76th Avenue over Little Dry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.