Americana RD over Ditch
GoodLas Animas County, Colorado · 40 Ft W of N.Commercia · Structure no. TP-18-J
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 55 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 961
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Private
- Private (other than railroad)
About this bridge
Americana RD over Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Americana RD over Ditch in Las Animas County, Colorado. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: open, posting recommended but not legally implemented.
It carries about 961 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,009 by 2038. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long and 29 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Americana RD over Ditch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Americana RD over Ditch 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Americana RD over Ditch carry?
About 961 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Americana RD over Ditch?
The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Americana RD over Ditch?
It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).