US Bridges

I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar

Fair

Garfield County, Colorado · New Castle Exit · Structure no. F-06-K

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,836
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar in Garfield County, Colorado. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 10,836 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,761 by 2043. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesI 70 Access RD
CrossesUP RR Ar
LocationNew Castle Exit
RouteInterstate 70A
CountyGarfield County
StateColorado
Coordinates39.56674, -107.51644
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,836 (2023)
Projected traffic13,761 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar carry?

About 10,836 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns I 70 Access RD over UP RR Ar?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.