Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.1 MI S-Garden Gods RD · Structure no. CSG-F.73-12.84
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,314
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 7,314 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,581 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chestnut Street over North 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 Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek carry?
About 7,314 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns Chestnut Street over North Douglas Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.