Sixth St. over King Arroyo
GoodOtero County, Colorado · 2 Blocks E of SH 109 · Structure no. LJ 2-SIXTH ST.
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,307
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sixth St. over King Arroyo is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Sixth St. over King Arroyo in Otero County, Colorado. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 1,307 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,476 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sixth St. over King Arroyo built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sixth St. over King Arroyo 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Sixth St. over King Arroyo carry?
About 1,307 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sixth St. over King Arroyo?
The structure is 82 ft (25.1 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Sixth St. over King Arroyo?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.