County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre River
GoodLarimer County, Colorado · 0.9 MI N of CO RD 9 · Structure no. TNTH5-0.9-36-A
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 163 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,692
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre River in Larimer County, Colorado. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 7,692 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,615 by 2043. The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 5 over Cache LA Poudre River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre River carry?
About 7,692 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre River?
The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 5 over Cache LA Poudre River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.