Constitution Ave over East Fork Sand Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · .25 MI W Marksheffel RD · Structure no. EPC1272-06.90A
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,646
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Constitution Ave over East Fork Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Constitution Ave over East Fork 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 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 8,646 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,326 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 404 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Constitution Ave over East Fork Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Constitution Ave over East Fork 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Constitution Ave over East Fork Sand Creek carry?
About 8,646 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Constitution Ave over East Fork Sand Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 404 ft wide.
Who owns Constitution Ave over East Fork Sand Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.