Washington ST over Cherry Creek
FairDenver County, Colorado · Washington at Speer Blvd · Structure no. D-01-CC-230A
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 86 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,392
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington ST over Cherry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Washington ST over Cherry Creek in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 96 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 4,392 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,875 by 2041. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 53 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington ST over Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Washington 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 Washington ST over Cherry Creek carry?
About 4,392 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Washington ST over Cherry Creek?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns Washington ST over Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.