S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches
FairDenver County, Colorado · Btwn Wdswrth-Marston · Structure no. D-26-SWG-010
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,450
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches is a concrete culvert carrying S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 57 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 2,450 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,720 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 83 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches carry?
About 2,450 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns S Old Wadsworth Bl over Southwesterly Gulches?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.