National and State Register
West Plum Creek Bridge
Washington County
Constructed in 1938, this concrete rigid frame structure is associated with the development of US Hwy. 36, an important tourist and commercial route linking Denver and the eastern plains of Colorado with communities in Kansas and the Midwest.
Designed by the Colorado Department of Highways and built by Peter Kiewit Sons Construction, the 72-foot long structure includes a main span of 58 feet. Like its companion the Plum Bush Creek Bridge, it is a rare intact rural example of its type. Known for their ability to carry heavy loads, concrete rigid frame bridges were more commonly found in urban settings. Listed under Highway Bridges in Colorado Multiple Property Submission.
National Register
Address
US Hwy. 36, Last Chance vicinity
Site Number
5WN.115