I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R
GoodDenver County, Colorado · Denver · Structure no. E-17-UP
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 631 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 78,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 78,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 92,630 by 2040. The structure is 631 ft (192.2 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R carry?
About 78,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R?
The structure is 631 ft (192.2 m) long with a longest span of 171 ft (52 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns I70 Ml EB over Washington St/S Platte R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.