County Road 9 over South Platte River
GoodMorgan County, Colorado · 1.2 MI N of CO RD W · Structure no. MG9-1.2-W
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 159
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 9 over South Platte River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 9 over South Platte River in Morgan County, Colorado. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 45 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 159 vehicles a day, roughly 53% of them trucks, projected to reach 202 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 9 over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is County Road 9 over South Platte 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 9 over South Platte River carry?
About 159 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 53% are trucks.
How long is County Road 9 over South Platte River?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 9 over South Platte River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.