Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.15 MI N of Barnes RD · Structure no. CSG-K.98-13.15
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,262
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway is a concrete culvert carrying Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway 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 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 6,262 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,203 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 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 Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway 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 Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway carry?
About 6,262 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns Oro Blanco DR over Templeton Gap Floodway?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.