Hinsdale County Bridge Report Card
Hinsdale County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hinsdale County, Colorado
Hinsdale County has 32 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 Hinsdale County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 32 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 | 46 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 7,780 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 | 46 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hinsdale County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 149 Ml over Henson Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,600 | 1954 |
| City St. 8 & Half over Lake Fork Gunnison River | High traffic | Fair | 980 | 1986 |
| Mtn Village Blv over Pedestrian | High traffic | Good | 693 | 2019 |
| SH 149 Ml over Lake Fk Gunnison River | High traffic | Fair | 560 | 1954 |
| Fdr 631 over Piedra River | High traffic | Fair | 533 | 1991 |
| County Road 30 over Lake Fork Gunnison River | High traffic | Fair | 436 | 1986 |
| Fdr 631 over Williams Creek | High traffic | Good | 408 | 1991 |
| SH 149 Ml over North Clear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 370 | 1956 |
| County Road 33 over Lake Fork Gunnison River | High traffic | Fair | 337 | 1990 |
| County Road 30 over Lake Fork Gunnison River | High traffic | Fair | 303 | 1994 |
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.