Academy Blvd over Local Drainage
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.4 MI S of Austin Bluffs · Structure no. CSG-K.08-12.22
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55,556
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Academy Blvd over Local Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Academy Blvd over Local Drainage in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 55,556 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,778 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 136 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Academy Blvd over Local Drainage built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Academy Blvd over Local Drainage 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 Local Drainage carry?
About 55,556 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Academy Blvd over Local Drainage?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 136 ft wide.
Who owns Academy Blvd over Local Drainage?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.