County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River
GoodCheyenne County, Colorado · 1.0 MI N of CR T · Structure no. CY49-1.0-TA
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River in Cheyenne County, Colorado. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 38 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2042. The structure is 101 ft (30.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 49 over Smoky Hill River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River carry?
About 38 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River?
The structure is 101 ft (30.9 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 49 over Smoky Hill River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.