County Road 59 over Latham Ditch
FairWeld County, Colorado · 0.6 MI N of CO RD 50 · Structure no. WEL059.0-050.0A
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 116
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 59 over Latham Ditch is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying County Road 59 over Latham Ditch in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 116 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 165 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 59 over Latham Ditch built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 59 over Latham Ditch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 59 over Latham Ditch carry?
About 116 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is County Road 59 over Latham Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 59 over Latham Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.