County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal
GoodWeld County, Colorado · 0.3 MI E of CO RD 27 · Structure no. WEL078.0-027.0A
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 49 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 572
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal in Weld County, Colorado. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 572 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 812 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (15 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1992, making it 33 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal carry?
About 572 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal?
The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 78 over Larimer and Weld Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.