US Bridges

Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek

Fair

Albany County, Wyoming · 30 MI N. of Rock River · Structure no. FPE

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek in Albany County, Wyoming. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 5 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 21 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 29 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesAl Cnty RD 610
CrossesSheep Creek
Location30 MI N. of Rock River
RouteCounty Highway 610
CountyAlbany County
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.12984, -106.00574
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21 (2024)
Projected traffic29 by 2043
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$45,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek carry?

About 21 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns Al Cnty RD 610 over Sheep Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.