Chelton Road over Sand Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.25 MI E of Academy Blvd · Structure no. CSG-K.29-06.66
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 201 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,363
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chelton Road over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Chelton Road over Sand Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 14,363 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,816 by 2041. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 Chelton Road over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chelton Road over 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 Chelton Road over Sand Creek carry?
About 14,363 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Chelton Road over Sand Creek?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Chelton Road over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.