Fdr 255 over Alamosa River
GoodConejos County, Colorado · 17 MI Ssw of Monte Vista · Structure no. 020903000001028
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 39
- 2002 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fdr 255 over Alamosa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fdr 255 over Alamosa River in Conejos County, Colorado. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 45 years old, older 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 39 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2012. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fdr 255 over Alamosa River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Fdr 255 over Alamosa 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Fdr 255 over Alamosa River carry?
About 39 vehicles per day (2002 count).
How long is Fdr 255 over Alamosa River?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Fdr 255 over Alamosa River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.