Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek
GoodDenver County, Colorado · Richthofen and Xanthia · Structure no. D-21-WYC-030
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 334
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 334 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 371 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richthofen Place over Westerly 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek carry?
About 334 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns Richthofen Place over Westerly Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.