County Road 59 over Sand Creek
GoodPosted for loadKit Carson County, Colorado · 0.9 Miles North of Road D · Structure no. KITC-59-0.90-01
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 44
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 59 over Sand Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 59 over Sand Creek in Kit Carson County, Colorado. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 44 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 59 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 59 over Sand Creek 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 59 over Sand Creek carry?
About 44 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road 59 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 59 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.