Return Road over Platte Avenue

Fair Condition87 years old16,596 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyEl Paso
Location0.3 Mi E Of Nevada Avenue
CarriesReturn Road
CrossesPlatte Avenue
Coordinates38.83774, -104.81321

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length53.5 ft (16.3 m)
Max Span45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Deck Width24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Area119.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1939

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,596 (2021)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge1
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberCSG-G.95-08.86

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