6th Street over Blue River
FairSummit County, Colorado · At Intersection With SH 9 · Structure no. SILVTH-6THST
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 103 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,091
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
6th Street over Blue River is a concrete culvert carrying 6th Street over Blue River in Summit County, Colorado. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 6 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 2,091 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,551 by 2040. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 6th Street over Blue River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is 6th Street over Blue River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 6th Street over Blue River carry?
About 2,091 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is 6th Street over Blue River?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns 6th Street over Blue River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.