US Bridges

Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary

Good

El Paso County, Colorado · 0.2 MI N of Stapelton RD · Structure no. EPC3355-01.36

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,808
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary is a concrete arch - deck carrying Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,808 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,368 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMeridian Ranch Blv
CrossesSquirrel Creek Tributary
Location0.2 MI N of Stapelton RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates38.97273, -104.6019
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating74.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,808 (2020)
Projected traffic2,368 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary 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 Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary carry?

About 1,808 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Meridian Ranch Blv over Squirrel Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.