Francisco St. over Cucharas River
FairHuerfano County, Colorado · 0.1 MI W of Oak Street · Structure no. LA VETA-2-A
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 138
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Francisco St. over Cucharas River is a wood or timber slab carrying Francisco St. over Cucharas River in Huerfano 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 138 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 163 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 Francisco St. over Cucharas River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Francisco St. over Cucharas 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Francisco St. over Cucharas River carry?
About 138 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Francisco St. over Cucharas River?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Francisco St. over Cucharas River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.