Teller County Bridge Report Card
Teller County scores 83 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Teller County, Colorado
Teller County has 27 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.7% is at or below the 4.6% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,300 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Teller County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 83/100 (B). The county has 27 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 2,300 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 | 3.7% | 7.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.6% of measured traffic | 1.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 3.7% | 7.4 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 48 years vs 48 nationally | 0.2 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 89,715 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 | 3.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 4.6% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 3.7% |
| Average Bridge Age | 48 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 2,300 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Teller County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH 67 Ml over Long Gulch Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,300 | 1939 |
| County Road 1 over Hay Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 2,901 | 1930 |
| SH 24 Ml over Game Crossing | High traffic | Good | 18,000 | 2003 |
| US 24 Ml over Rule Creek | High traffic | Good | 18,000 | 2004 |
| US 24 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Fair | 5,400 | 1936 |
| US 24 Ml over Twin Creek | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 1937 |
| US 24 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 2023 |
| US 24 Ml over Draw | High traffic | Good | 5,400 | 2023 |
| US 24 Ml over Grape Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,200 | 1936 |
| US 24 Ml over Twin Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,900 | 1936 |
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.