US 24 Ml over Sand Creek
GoodEl Paso County, Colorado · S of Platte on Powers Blv · Structure no. I-18-BH
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 52,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 Ml over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 Ml over Sand Creek in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 52,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,320 by 2040. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long and 193 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 Ml over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 Ml over 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 Ml over Sand Creek carry?
About 52,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 24 Ml over Sand Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m) and a deck 193 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 Ml over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.