Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run
PoorEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.1 MI E of Wahsatch · Structure no. CSG-H.07-09.17
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 83
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1970, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 83 vehicles a day, projected to reach 109 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run carry?
About 83 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns Saint Vrain ST over Shooks Run?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.