US Bridges

I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River

Fair

Eagle County, Colorado · 19.6 MI E of Garfield C.L · Structure no. F-10-AB

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,126 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
14,500
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River in Eagle County, Colorado. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,865 by 2040. The structure is 1,126 ft (343.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI 70 Ml Ebnd
CrossesUS 6 RR Eagle River
Location19.6 MI E of Garfield C.L
RouteInterstate 70A
CountyEagle County
StateColorado
Coordinates39.71057, -106.71252
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.2 US tons
Inventory rating33.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,126 ft (343.2 m)
Longest span186 ft (56.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,500 (2020)
Projected traffic19,865 by 2040
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River carry?

About 14,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River?

The structure is 1,126 ft (343.2 m) long with a longest span of 186 ft (56.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I 70 Ml Ebnd over US 6 RR Eagle River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.