Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek
GoodBig Horn County, Wyoming · 6.3 MI North of HWY 16 · Structure no. 020205000001020
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1992 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek in Big Horn County, Wyoming. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 59 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2013. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2021.
How much traffic does Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Fdr 27 over West Tensleep Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.