U.S. Route 34 over Fall River
FairLarimer County, Colorado · 2.0 Miles West of Fall Ri · Structure no. 1520005P0000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,310
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
U.S. Route 34 over Fall River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying U.S. Route 34 over Fall River in Larimer County, Colorado. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,310 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Route 34 over Fall River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 34 over Fall River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 34 over Fall River carry?
About 3,310 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 34 over Fall River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Route 34 over Fall River?
It is owned by the National Park Service.