US Bridges

Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek

Fair

Ouray County, Colorado · 2.4 MI Down CR26 · Structure no. OUR26A-0.2-25

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
120
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek in Ouray County, Colorado. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 132 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 11 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesGovernor Basin RD
CrossesSneffels Creek
Location2.4 MI Down CR26
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOuray County
StateColorado
Coordinates37.98142, -107.76118
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating60.8 US tons
Inventory rating36.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width11 ft (3.5 m)
Roadway width11 ft (3.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2022)
Projected traffic132 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 11 ft wide.

Who owns Governor Basin RD over Sneffels Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.