Archuleta County Bridge Report Card
Archuleta County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Archuleta County, Colorado
Archuleta County has 45 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.4% is at or below the 4.6% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,173 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Archuleta County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 45 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 1,173 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 4.4% | 8.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.3% of measured traffic | 1.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 47 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 87,046 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 4.4% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.6% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 47 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 1,173 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Archuleta County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irr# US 84 Ml over Coyote Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1938 |
| Fdr 660 over Rio Blanco | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 73 | 1960 |
| Us160 Ml over Mccabe Creek | High traffic | Good | 16,600 | 2019 |
| US 160 Ml over San Juan River | High traffic | Fair | 8,800 | 1962 |
| US 160 Ml over Martinez Creek | High traffic | Fair | 8,700 | 1972 |
| US 160 Ml over Wildlife Crossing | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 2022 |
| Hot Springs Blvd. over San Juan River | High traffic | Fair | 5,150 | 1989 |
| US 160 Ml over Piedra River | High traffic | Fair | 4,300 | 1954 |
| US 160 Ml over Devil Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,300 | 1955 |
| US 160 Ml over Yellow Jacket Creek | High traffic | Fair | 4,300 | 1958 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.