Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek
GoodEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.2 Mi. S. of Woodmen RD · Structure no. CSG-I.17-15.26A
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 130 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,514
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 22,514 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,494 by 2041. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is Academy Blvd over Cottonwood 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 22,514 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns Academy Blvd over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.