Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek
PoorCampbell County, Wyoming · Gillette-Montana · Structure no. HVK
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,336
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek is a steel culvert carrying Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek in Campbell County, Wyoming. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,336 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,870 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek carry?
About 1,336 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).
Who owns Wyo 59 over Dry Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.