Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek
FairClear Creek County, Colorado · In Idaho Springs · Structure no. F-14-V
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,159
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek in Clear Creek County, Colorado. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 4,159 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,198 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is Colorado Boulevard over Soda 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek carry?
About 4,159 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Colorado Boulevard over Soda Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.