Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml
FairEl Paso County, Colorado · 1.1 MI S/Sh 83 Acadmy Blv · Structure no. J-17-D
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 224 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,068
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml in El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,068 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,399 by 2044. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 52 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml carry?
About 1,068 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml?
The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (19 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Fort Carson+norad over SH 115 Ml?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.