Wyo 59 over Coal Creek
FairCampbell County, Wyoming · Gillette - Mont Line · Structure no. CHE
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,032
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 59 over Coal Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wyo 59 over Coal Creek in Campbell County, Wyoming. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,032 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,445 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wyo 59 over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 59 over Coal 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Wyo 59 over Coal Creek carry?
About 1,032 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 59 over Coal Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Wyo 59 over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.