County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal
FairRio Grande County, Colorado · 0.2 MI W of CR 3 · Structure no. RGDS11-02.70E
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 76
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal in Rio Grande County, Colorado. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 90 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 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 76 vehicles a day, projected to reach 88 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long and 25 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal carry?
About 76 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal?
The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 11S over Monte Vista Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.