US Bridges

US 26 over Little Red Creek

Fair

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

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
98 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,566
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 over Little Red Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 26 over Little Red Creek in Fremont County, Wyoming. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,566 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,192 by 2043. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 26
CrossesLittle Red Creek
LocationDubois-Diversion Dam
RouteU.S. Route 30
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.41718, -109.44258
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (28.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 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$35,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 over Little Red Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 over Little Red Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 26 over Little Red Creek carry?

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

How long is US 26 over Little Red Creek?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (28.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 26 over Little Red Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.