US Bridges

US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek

Good

Campbell County, Wyoming · 6 MI N of Gillette · Structure no. MFJ

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,477
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek in Campbell County, Wyoming. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 2,477 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,468 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 14
CrossesLittle Rawhide Creek
Location6 MI N of Gillette
RouteU.S. Route 302
StateWyoming
Coordinates44.38236, -105.53379
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.1 US tons
Inventory rating43.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,477 (2024)
Projected traffic3,468 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 14 over Little Rawhide 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek carry?

About 2,477 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 14 over Little Rawhide Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.