Fdr 591 over Coal Creek
GoodSan Juan County, Colorado · 9.1 MI on Fdr 591 · Structure no. 021301000001142
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 37
- 2003 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fdr 591 over Coal Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fdr 591 over Coal Creek in San Juan County, Colorado. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 88 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 37 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2013. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fdr 591 over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is Fdr 591 over Coal Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Fdr 591 over Coal Creek carry?
About 37 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Fdr 591 over Coal Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Fdr 591 over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.