US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · JCT of I25 and US24G · Structure no. I-17-JA
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,448 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 47,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 47,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,500 by 2031. The structure is 1,448 ft (441.5 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk carry?
About 47,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk?
The structure is 1,448 ft (441.5 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 Bypass over I 25 Ml Fountain Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.