County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal
FairMesa County, Colorado · .6 MI E of RD 25 · Structure no. MESA-G.5-25.6A
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 686
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal in Mesa County, Colorado. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 686 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 802 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 G.5 over Grand Valley Canal built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal carry?
About 686 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns County Road G.5 over Grand Valley Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.