Gilpin County Bridge Report Card
Gilpin County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Gilpin County, Colorado
Gilpin County has 18 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 4.6% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Gilpin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 18 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 51,606 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.6% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Gilpin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 119_main St. S. over North Clear Creek | High traffic | Good | 14,000 | 2013 |
| SH 119 Ml over Cottonwood Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,400 | 1939 |
| SH 119 Ml over Smith Hill Creek | High traffic | Fair | 9,400 | 1939 |
| Gregory Street over Gregory Gulch | High traffic | Fair | 3,289 | 1933 |
| SH 119 Ml over Up Rr | High traffic | Fair | 3,100 | 1989 |
| SH 119 Ml over South Boulder Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,100 | 1989 |
| Richman Street over North Clear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,291 | 1998 |
| Miners Road over North Clear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,123 | 1994 |
| Main Street over North Clear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,836 | 2004 |
| S Beaver Creek Roa over S Boulder Creek | High traffic | Good | 798 | 1995 |
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.