US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River
GoodLarimer County, Colorado · 7 MI W of Loveland · Structure no. C-15-AN
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 175 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River in Larimer County, Colorado. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger than the Colorado average of 42.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,684 by 2040. The structure is 175 ft (53.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River carry?
About 4,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River?
The structure is 175 ft (53.2 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 Ml over Big Thompson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.