Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 1.5 MI W. of I25 · Structure no. EPC4099-00.33R
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 194 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,992
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 10,992 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,399 by 2041. The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive carry?
About 10,992 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive?
The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Academy Blvd NB over Westmeadow Drive?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.