US Bridges

Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass

GoodPosted for load

Jefferson County, Colorado · 0.1 MI S of Ralston RD · Structure no. ARVA-GW-0.01-01

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
134 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,294
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass in Jefferson County, Colorado. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,294 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,488 by 2041. The structure is 134 ft (40.9 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesGrandview Avenue
CrossesWadsworth Bypass
Location0.1 MI S of Ralston RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates39.79978, -105.07676
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length134 ft (40.9 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.6 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,294 (2021)
Projected traffic1,488 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass carry?

About 1,294 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass?

The structure is 134 ft (40.9 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.6 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns Grandview Avenue over Wadsworth Bypass?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.