US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek
PoorGrand County, Colorado · 5.5 MI S of Grand Lake · Structure no. D-13-V
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek in Grand County, Colorado. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 87 years old, older than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,929 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 119 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek carry?
About 4,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 119 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 Ml over Stillwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.