US Bridges

US 26 over Indian Creek

Good

Fremont County, Wyoming · Dubois-Diversion Dam Jct. · Structure no. FGM

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,566
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 over Indian Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 26 over Indian Creek in Fremont County, Wyoming. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,566 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,192 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 26
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationDubois-Diversion Dam Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 30
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.26406, -109.08544
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,566 (2024)
Projected traffic2,192 by 2043
Trucks7%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 over Indian 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 26 over Indian Creek carry?

About 1,566 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 26 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US 26 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.