US 18 over Niobrara River

Fair Condition38 years old2,942 vehicles/day

Location

StateWyoming
CountyNiobrara
LocationLusk
CarriesUS 18
CrossesNiobrara River
Coordinates42.76696, -104.45239

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length108.9 ft (33.2 m)
Max Span102.7 ft (31.3 m)
Deck Width65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Area657.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1988

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,942 (2024)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberFDE

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