US Bridges

Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw

Good

Fremont County, Wyoming · Lander - Riverton · Structure no. DAS

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,914
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw in Fremont County, Wyoming. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 4,914 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,880 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesWyo 789
CrossesSweaney Draw
LocationLander - Riverton
RouteState Highway 789
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.91058, -108.56872
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 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
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 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 traffic4,914 (2024)
Projected traffic6,880 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw carry?

About 4,914 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Wyo 789 over Sweaney Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.