Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.1 MI S of Aviation Way · Structure no. CSG-L.80-05.70
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,018
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 2,018 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,644 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal 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 Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal carry?
About 2,018 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns Zeppelin Road over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.