County Road 248 over Florida River
GoodLa Plata County, Colorado · .5 MI SW of CR 240 · Structure no. 067024800.5045A
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 248 over Florida River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 248 over Florida River in La Plata County, Colorado. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 248 over Florida River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 248 over Florida River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 248 over Florida River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road 248 over Florida River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 248 over Florida River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.