US Bridges

Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler Creek

Fair

Albany County, Wyoming · 16 MI NW of Laramie · Structure no. LDX

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
122
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler Creek is a steel culvert carrying Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler Creek in Albany County, Wyoming. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 122 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 171 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesAl Cnty RD 54
CrossesZeigler Creek
Location16 MI NW of Laramie
RouteCounty Highway 54
CountyAlbany County
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.40771, -105.78896
Functional classRural Local

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 2024
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 rating56.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic122 (2024)
Projected traffic171 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 54 over Zeigler Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler 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 2024.

How much traffic does Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler Creek carry?

About 122 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).

Who owns Al Cnty RD 54 over Zeigler Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.