US Bridges

Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp

Good

El Paso County, Colorado · SH21 and I25 Int · Structure no. H-17-DK

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
124 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,744
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,744 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,144 by 2044. The structure is 124 ft (37.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRamp to Northgate
CrossesNB SH 21 Ramp
LocationSH21 and I25 Int
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.022, -104.82998
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length124 ft (37.9 m)
Longest span116 ft (35.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,744 (2024)
Projected traffic10,144 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp carry?

About 7,744 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp?

The structure is 124 ft (37.9 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp to Northgate over NB SH 21 Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.