County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek
FairPosted for loadBaca County, Colorado · 1.2 MI E of CR 0 · Structure no. BAP-1.2-13-41
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek in Baca County, Colorado. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 90 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 23 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is County Road Q over West Carrizo 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek carry?
About 23 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns County Road Q over West Carrizo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.