US Bridges

Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage

Good

El Paso County, Colorado · 1 MI S of Bradley RD · Structure no. CSG-R.55-02.84

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,226
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,226 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,916 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long and 166 ft wide.

CarriesMarksheffel RD
CrossesLocal Drainage
Location1 MI S of Bradley RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates38.75, -104.65244
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width166 ft (50.6 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,226 (2021)
Projected traffic2,916 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage carry?

About 2,226 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.

Who owns Marksheffel RD over Local Drainage?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.