Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · Just East of 30th Street · Structure no. CSG-E.18-13.00
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,913
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 11,913 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,606 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 143 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek carry?
About 11,913 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 143 ft wide.
Who owns Garden of Gods RD over South Douglas Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.