US Bridges

US 26 over Jakeys Fork River

Good

Fremont County, Wyoming · Dubois-Diversion Dam JCT · Structure no. EUV

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
118 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,330
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 over Jakeys Fork River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 26 over Jakeys Fork River in Fremont County, Wyoming. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 4,330 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,062 by 2043. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 26
CrossesJakeys Fork River
LocationDubois-Diversion Dam JCT
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.51434, -109.5706
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,330 (2024)
Projected traffic6,062 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 over Jakeys Fork River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 over Jakeys Fork River 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 26 over Jakeys Fork River carry?

About 4,330 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 26 over Jakeys Fork River?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 26 over Jakeys Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.