County Road G.8 over Colorado River
FairPosted for loadMesa County, Colorado · Just S of US 6 · Structure no. MESA-G.8-39.1
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 389 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 412
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road G.8 over Colorado River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road G.8 over Colorado River in Mesa County, Colorado. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 412 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 482 by 2042. The structure is 389 ft (118.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road G.8 over Colorado River built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road G.8 over Colorado River 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.8 over Colorado River carry?
About 412 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is County Road G.8 over Colorado River?
The structure is 389 ft (118.6 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns County Road G.8 over Colorado River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.