US Bridges

Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal

Fair

Albany County, Wyoming · 2 Miles N. of Harmony · Structure no. DGG

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
145
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal in Albany County, Wyoming. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 145 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 203 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesAl Cnty RD 44A
CrossesPioneer Canal
Location2 Miles N. of Harmony
RouteCounty Highway 44
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.21164, -105.86541
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.6 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic145 (2024)
Projected traffic203 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$36,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal carry?

About 145 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Al Cnty RD 44A over Pioneer Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.