US 85 over Cheyenne River

Fair Condition36 years old1,084 vehicles/day

Location

StateWyoming
CountyNiobrara
LocationMule Creek Jct-newcastle
CarriesUS 85
CrossesCheyenne River
Coordinates43.42735, -104.19644

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length419.9 ft (128 m)
Max Span164.0 ft (50 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area1,664 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1990

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,084 (2024)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberFRA

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