FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River
PoorPosted for loadFremont County, Wyoming · 2 Mi. S.E. of Dubois · Structure no. ELQ
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 167 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 81
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River is a steel truss - thru carrying FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River in Fremont County, Wyoming. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 81 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 113 by 2043. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River carry?
About 81 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River?
The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns FR Cnty RD 238 over Big Wind River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.