US Bridges

I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR

Good

Eagle County, Colorado · At Edwards · Structure no. F-10-I

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
141 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,000
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR in Eagle County, Colorado. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 55 years old, older 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,300 by 2040. The structure is 141 ft (42.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesI 70 (edwards Spur
CrossesUP RR
LocationAt Edwards
RouteState Highway 70G
CountyEagle County
StateColorado
Coordinates39.64767, -106.59002
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
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 rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length141 ft (42.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18.1 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,000 (2020)
Projected traffic18,300 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR?

The structure is 141 ft (42.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns I 70 (edwards Spur over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.