US Bridges

Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R

Good

Denver County, Colorado · I25 US40 SH33 Intchng · Structure no. F-16-OD

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
363 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
235,000
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 235,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 277,300 by 2040. The structure is 363 ft (110.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesWbcolfax RMP/I25ML
CrossesBNSF RR R
LocationI25 US40 SH33 Intchng
RouteInterstate 25A
Coordinates39.74063, -105.01245
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length363 ft (110.6 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic235,000 (2020)
Projected traffic277,300 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R carry?

About 235,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R?

The structure is 363 ft (110.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Wbcolfax RMP/I25ML over BNSF RR R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.