US Bridges

I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road

Good

Denver County, Colorado · In Denver · Structure no. E-16-PK

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
447 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
125,500
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road is a prestressed concrete slab carrying I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 125,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 145,580 by 2040. The structure is 447 ft (136.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI25 NB to I70 Ramp
CrossesGlobeville Road
LocationIn Denver
RouteInterstate 25A
CountyDenver County
StateColorado
Coordinates39.77201, -104.98972
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length447 ft (136.2 m)
Longest span447 ft (136.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125,500 (2020)
Projected traffic145,580 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road 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 I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road carry?

About 125,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road?

The structure is 447 ft (136.2 m) long with a longest span of 447 ft (136.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I25 NB to I70 Ramp over Globeville Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.