US Bridges

Sheridan Parkway over Nwp

Fair

Broomfield County, Colorado · 1.64 MI from I-25 · Structure no. NWP-01.64

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
245 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2009 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Sheridan Parkway over Nwp is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sheridan Parkway over Nwp in Broomfield County, Colorado. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2029. The structure is 245 ft (74.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSheridan Parkway
CrossesNwp
Location1.64 MI from I-25
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.98415, -105.01846
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length245 ft (74.8 m)
Longest span118 ft (35.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2009)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2029
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 Sheridan Parkway over Nwp built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sheridan Parkway over Nwp 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Sheridan Parkway over Nwp carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Sheridan Parkway over Nwp?

The structure is 245 ft (74.8 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (35.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Sheridan Parkway over Nwp?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.