County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal
GoodWeld County, Colorado · 0.7 MI E of CO RD 13 · Structure no. WEL078.0-013.0A
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 48 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 68 by 2042. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal carry?
About 48 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal?
The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.