FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk
GoodSaguache County, Colorado · 29.7 MI Wsw of Saguache · Structure no. 020906000001033
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11
- 2002 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk in Saguache County, Colorado. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 48 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 11 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2012. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk carry?
About 11 vehicles per day (2002 count).
How long is FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns FSR 787 over Middle Fork Saguache Crk?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.