County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch
GoodOtero County, Colorado · 2.1 MI S of CR JJ.5 · Structure no. OT33-32-31-187A
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 67
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch in Otero County, Colorado. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 67 vehicles a day, projected to reach 76 by 2042. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 30 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch carry?
About 67 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 33 over Cheraw Lake Drain Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.