County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek
FairCostilla County, Colorado · 200 Ft S of CR J.2 · Structure no. CS242B-S1-242AA
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek in Costilla County, Colorado. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 62 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road E.5 over San Francisco 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns County Road E.5 over San Francisco Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.