University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch
FairDenver County, Colorado · University at Vassar Ave · Structure no. D-13-HGE-190
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,146
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5 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 27,146 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,132 by 2041. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch carry?
About 27,146 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns University Blvd over East Harvard Gulch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.