US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River
GoodWeld County, Colorado · 1.6 MI E of JCT SH85-G · Structure no. C-18-EQ
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 922 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 49 years old, older 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,685 by 2040. The structure is 922 ft (281 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River carry?
About 8,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River?
The structure is 922 ft (281 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 34 Ml Ebnd over South Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.