Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek
FairDenver County, Colorado · Arapahoe at Speer Blvd · Structure no. D-01-CC-080
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 131 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,374
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 4,374 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,855 by 2041. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Arapahoe ST over Cherry 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek carry?
About 4,374 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek?
The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Arapahoe ST over Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.