US Bridges

I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd.

Good

Denver County, Colorado · In Denver · Structure no. F-17-NJ

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
257 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
98,500
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd. in Denver County, Colorado. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 98,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 120,170 by 2040. The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI25 Nbnd Ml
CrossesUniversity Blvd.
LocationIn Denver
RouteInterstate 25A
Coordinates39.68498, -104.9589
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97 US tons
Inventory rating58.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length257 ft (78.3 m)
Longest span164 ft (50.1 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic98,500 (2020)
Projected traffic120,170 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd. built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd. carry?

About 98,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd.?

The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long with a longest span of 164 ft (50.1 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns I25 Nbnd Ml over University Blvd.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.