US Bridges

I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek

Good

Converse County, Wyoming · Glendo - Douglas · Structure no. LHT

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,101
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek is a steel culvert carrying I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek in Converse County, Wyoming. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 4,101 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,741 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesI-25 Nbl and Sbl
CrossesSand Creek
LocationGlendo - Douglas
RouteInterstate 25
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.6693, -105.2118
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJune 2024
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 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 traffic4,101 (2024)
Projected traffic5,741 by 2043
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek carry?

About 4,101 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-25 Nbl and Sbl over Sand Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.