Union Blvd over Spring Creek
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · US 24 and Union Interchan · Structure no. I-17-JX
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 42,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Union Blvd over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Union Blvd over Spring Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 42,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,020 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 290 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Union Blvd over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Union Blvd over Spring 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Union Blvd over Spring Creek carry?
About 42,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Union Blvd over Spring Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m) and a deck 290 ft wide.
Who owns Union Blvd over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.