Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek
GoodDenver County, Colorado · Clarkson at Speer Blvd · Structure no. D-01-CC-240A
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 110 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,022
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek is a concrete frame carrying Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 4,022 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,465 by 2041. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Clarkson ST over Cherry 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek carry?
About 4,022 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Clarkson ST over Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.