Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw
PoorConverse County, Wyoming · Douglas-Bill · Structure no. HUQ
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,823
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw is a steel culvert carrying Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw in Converse County, Wyoming. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 2,823 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,952 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Mikes Draw built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw carry?
About 2,823 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Wyo 59 over Mikes Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.