US Bridges

WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek

Good

Broomfield County, Colorado · 5.70 MI from I-25 · Structure no. NWP-05.70

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
162 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,300
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek 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 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2038. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesWB Nwp Ramp
CrossesRock Creek
Location5.70 MI from I-25
Coordinates39.95993, -105.08555
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span158 ft (48.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2018)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byCounty 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 WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek built?

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

What condition is WB Nwp Ramp over Rock 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 158 ft (48.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns WB Nwp Ramp over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority and maintained by the County Highway Agency.