Lake Avenue over Bessemer Ditch

Fair Condition86 years old6,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyPueblo
LocationCorner Of Lake/adams
CarriesLake Avenue
CrossesBessemer Ditch
Coordinates38.25077, -104.62511

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Max Span20.3 ft (6.2 m)
Deck Width59.4 ft (18.1 m)
Deck Area121.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1940

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,100 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberPUELAK-0.0-ADM

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