US Bridges

Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Colorado · S of Bergen Park · Structure no. F-15-CZ

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
394 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,500
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek in Jefferson 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,755 by 2040. The structure is 394 ft (120.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesWbnd SH 74 Ml
CrossesTroublesome Creek
LocationS of Bergen Park
RouteState Highway 74A
Coordinates39.68405, -105.36639
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length394 ft (120.1 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,500 (2020)
Projected traffic8,755 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek carry?

About 8,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek?

The structure is 394 ft (120.1 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Wbnd SH 74 Ml over Troublesome Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.