US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek
GoodEl Paso County, Colorado · 1.2 Mi. S. of JCT US 24 M · Structure no. I-18-BE
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 115 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 60,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 60,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,000 by 2038. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 125 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek carry?
About 60,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.2 m) and a deck 125 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 Bypass over East Fork Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.