Constitution Ave over Sand Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.3 MI E of Powers Blvd · Structure no. CSG-M.35-11.20
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,503
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Constitution Ave over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Constitution Ave over Sand Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 24,503 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,099 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 219 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 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 Constitution Ave over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Constitution Ave 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Constitution Ave over Sand Creek carry?
About 24,503 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Constitution Ave over Sand Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 219 ft wide.
Who owns Constitution Ave over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.