County Road 240 over Florida River
GoodLa Plata County, Colorado · 2 MI NE of CR 225 · Structure no. 67024007.60013
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,235
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 240 over Florida River is a steel arch - deck carrying County Road 240 over Florida River in La Plata County, Colorado. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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.
It carries about 3,235 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,818 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 County Road 240 over Florida River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 240 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 240 over Florida River carry?
About 3,235 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Road 240 over Florida River?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 240 over Florida River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.