Dolores River Bridge

The Dolores River Bridge is a steel structure spanning the Dolores River with a distinctive through-truss design that stands as a notable engineering achievement. The crossing served as a key local route before being replaced by a newer structure.

The bridge was built in 1952 and served as a key crossing for decades before structural concerns led to its closure. Its replacement in 2017 marked the end of an era for this style of engineering in the area.

The structure earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002 for its engineering design and architectural characteristics.

The former bridge is no longer passable as it has been replaced by a newer structure. The dismantled components are stored at a secure location.

The dismantled pieces of the bridge are being kept with hopes they may one day be converted into a pedestrian and bicycle path. This reflects how historical structures might find new purposes after replacement.

Location: Colorado

Inception: 1952

Official opening: 1952

GPS coordinates: 38.30830,-108.88200

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:02