Polk Street over Bessemer Ditch

Fair Condition64 years old2,313 vehicles/day

Location

StateColorado
CountyPueblo
LocationIn Pueblo
CarriesPolk Street
CrossesBessemer Ditch
Coordinates38.25749, -104.63384

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Max Span22.3 ft (6.8 m)
Deck Width53.8 ft (16.4 m)
Deck Area124.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1962

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,313 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

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

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