North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek
GoodEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.4 MI E of I25 · Structure no. CSG-H.26-22.11
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 126 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 27,160
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 27,160 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35,579 by 2041. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 103 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek carry?
About 27,160 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.7 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.
Who owns North Gate Blvd over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.