Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.2 MI S of Austin Bluffs · Structure no. CSG-J.92-12.46A
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,392
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap is a concrete culvert carrying Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 8,392 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,994 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 50 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap 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 Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap carry?
About 8,392 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Van Teylingen DR over Templeton Gap?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.