Mineral County Bridge Report Card
Mineral County scores 98 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Mineral County, Colorado
Mineral County has 26 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 Mineral County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 98/100 (A). The county has 26 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 | 52 years vs 48 nationally | 1.8 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 22,323 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 | 52 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Mineral County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 160 Ml over S Fk Rio Grande River | High traffic | Fair | 2,900 | 1977 |
| US 160 Ml over Hillside | High traffic | Fair | 2,900 | 1981 |
| US 160 Ml over Pass Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,900 | 1987 |
| Us160 Ml over Lake Fork | High traffic | Good | 2,900 | 2010 |
| SH 149 Ml over Willow Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,800 | 1930 |
| SH 149 Ml over Rio Grande | High traffic | Good | 1,400 | 1958 |
| SH 149 Ml over Rio Grande | High traffic | Fair | 1,400 | 1959 |
| SH 149 Ml over Clear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,100 | 1982 |
| SH 149 Ml over Rio Grande | High traffic | Good | 1,100 | 1982 |
| SH 149 Ml over Rio Grande | High traffic | Fair | 1,000 | 1979 |
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.