Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek
FairPosted for loadEl Paso County, Colorado · 0.3 MI E of Ramah · Structure no. EPC0006-00.30
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 62 vehicles a day, projected to reach 81 by 2040. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ramah Road over Big Sandy 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 62 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Ramah Road over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.