Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River
GoodMontrose County, Colorado · Approx .1 MI E Cimarron · Structure no. 0400-4
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 121 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2006 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River in Montrose County, Colorado. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2035. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Morrow Dam Road over Cimarron River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation.