US 34 Business over Fall River
FairLarimer County, Colorado · W Side of Estes Park · Structure no. C-14-K
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,314
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 Business over Fall River is a concrete culvert carrying US 34 Business over Fall River in Larimer County, Colorado. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 4,314 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,393 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 Business over Fall River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 Business 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 Business over Fall River carry?
About 4,314 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 34 Business over Fall River?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 Business over Fall River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.