IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal
GoodLa Plata County, Colorado · 3 KM S 10 KM E of Ignacio · Structure no. 00000000000M511
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal in La Plata County, Colorado. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 12 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 159 over Pine River Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.