US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR
PoorEl Paso County, Colorado · 1.7 MI SE of Pikes Peak-T · Structure no. I-17-X
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 32 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 42 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR carry?
About 32 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 Service RD over Fountain Creek SR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.