Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash
FairLa Plata County, Colorado · 0.8 MI N of US160 · Structure no. DURANGO-006
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,588
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash in La Plata County, Colorado. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 5 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 2,588 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,054 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash carry?
About 2,588 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns Confluence Ave over Traverse Wash?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.