County Road 15 over Little Thompson River
GoodWeld County, Colorado · 0.7 MI N of CO RD 44 · Structure no. JSTWN-002
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 311
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 15 over Little Thompson River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 15 over Little Thompson River in Weld 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 311 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 441 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 County Road 15 over Little Thompson River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 15 over Little Thompson 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 15 over Little Thompson River carry?
About 311 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is County Road 15 over Little Thompson River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 15 over Little Thompson River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.