The State of Colorado decided to build U.S. 34 in 1931. Construction came in small sections over the next few years so traffic could still pass through the canyon.
The Colorado Department of Transportation and Kiewit Infrastructure Co. are opening Highway 34 in the Big Thompson Canyon later this week. We have details.
Just prior to the Memorial Day weekend, CDOT plans to open US Highway 34 for everyone to travel. The canyon remains closed to through-traffic until then.
The Colorado Department of Transportation will temporarily open U.S. 34 to all drivers traveling between Estes Park and Loveland over the Thanksgiving Holiday
The Colorado Department of Transportation plans to close U.S. Highway 34 for 9 months to repair damage done by the flood in 2013. We have the latest details.
The floods of 2013 are still visible in many places. CDOT has finally begun permanent construction on Hwy 34 between Greeley and Kersey to include a new road and bridge