County Road 738 over East River
FairGunnison County, Colorado · 3.9 MI E of Crested Butte · Structure no. GUN738-02.80A
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 183
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 738 over East River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying County Road 738 over East River in Gunnison County, Colorado. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 6 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 183 vehicles a day, projected to reach 212 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 738 over East River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 738 over East River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 738 over East River carry?
About 183 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road 738 over East River?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 738 over East River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.