Prairie Avenue over Bessemer Ditch
Fair Condition66 years old2,964 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Colorado |
| County | Pueblo |
| Location | Corner Of Prairie/adam |
| Carries | Prairie Avenue |
| Crosses | Bessemer Ditch |
| Coordinates | 38.26237, -104.64399 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Slab |
| Total Length | 22.3 ft (6.8 m) |
| Max Span | 20.3 ft (6.2 m) |
| Deck Width | 55.8 ft (17 m) |
| Deck Area | 115.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1960 (reconstructed 1976) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,964 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 5% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | City/Municipal Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | PUEPRAR-0.0-ADM |