US Bridges

Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar

Fair

Garfield County, Colorado · .05 MI East of Parachute · Structure no. G-04-AR

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
177 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,907
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar in Garfield County, Colorado. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 6 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 9,907 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,582 by 2043. The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesCt RD 215/CROSSROA
CrossesUP RR Ar
Location.05 MI East of Parachute
RouteInterstate 70A
Coordinates39.45522, -108.04686
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length177 ft (53.9 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,907 (2023)
Projected traffic12,582 by 2043
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ct RD 215/CROSSROA 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar carry?

About 9,907 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar?

The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ct RD 215/CROSSROA over UP RR Ar?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.