County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek
FairPosted for loadArapahoe County, Colorado · 3.2 MI East of CR 157 · Structure no. ARA 42-42.2
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 96
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek in Arapahoe County, Colorado. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 96 vehicles a day, projected to reach 117 by 2041. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek carry?
About 96 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 42 over W Bijou Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.