Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.6 MI N. of Austin Bluff · Structure no. CSG-J.75-13.04
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41,888
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin is a concrete culvert carrying Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 6 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 41,888 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,873 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin 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 Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin carry?
About 41,888 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns Academy Blvd over Templeton Gap Basin?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.