Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.2 MI E of Academy Blvd · Structure no. CSG-K.16-10.53
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,660
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 20,660 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,065 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 80 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 | 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 Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek carry?
About 20,660 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns Constitution Ave over West Fork Sand Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.