Academy Blvd over Main Stream
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.1 MI N of Drennan RD · Structure no. CSG-K.08-05.16
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,614
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Academy Blvd over Main Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Academy Blvd over Main Stream in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 34,614 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,344 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long and 212 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Academy Blvd over Main Stream built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Academy Blvd over Main Stream 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Academy Blvd over Main Stream carry?
About 34,614 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Academy Blvd over Main Stream?
The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 212 ft wide.
Who owns Academy Blvd over Main Stream?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.