Kit Carson County Bridge Report Card
Kit Carson County scores 89 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Kit Carson County, Colorado
Kit Carson County has 130 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 3 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.5% is at or below the 4.6% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 374 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Kit Carson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 89/100 (B). The county has 130 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 3 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 374 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 | 1.5% | 3.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.3% | 4.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 178,071 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 | 1.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.6% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.3% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 374 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Kit Carson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Road 31 over Spring Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 339 | 1936 |
| County Road 23 over S. Fork Republican River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 35 | 1963 |
| US 385 Ml over Sand Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 1,000 | 1952 |
| SH 59 Ml over E Spring Creek Trib. | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 380 | 1969 |
| US 24 Ml over Sand Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 21 | 1933 |
| I 70 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,900 | 1967 |
| I 70 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,900 | 1969 |
| I 70 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,200 | 1966 |
| I 70 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 9,000 | 1964 |
| I 70 Ml over Drain Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 8,000 | 1968 |
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.