County Road 42 over Elk River
GoodRoutt County, Colorado · 0.9 MI W of CO RD 44 · Structure no. 107004200.90745
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 115 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 222
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 42 over Elk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 42 over Elk River in Routt County, Colorado. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 222 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 264 by 2042. The structure is 115 ft (34.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 42 over Elk River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 42 over Elk 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 42 over Elk River carry?
About 222 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is County Road 42 over Elk River?
The structure is 115 ft (34.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 42 over Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.