US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 3/4 MI E of Powers Blvd · Structure no. I-18-AU
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 148 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,380 by 2040. The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road?
The structure is 148 ft (45 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 EB Platte Av over Peterson Field Road?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.