Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek
GoodSan Miguel County, Colorado · 18 MI W of Telluride · Structure no. 020405000001023
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 63
- 2008 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek in San Miguel County, Colorado. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 63 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 1995. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 38.5 mi (62 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Winding Forest Rd. over Fall 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek carry?
About 63 vehicles per day (2008 count).
How long is Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Winding Forest Rd. over Fall Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.