US Bridges

US 85 over Unnamed Draw

Good

Goshen County, Wyoming · Lingle - Lusk · Structure no. BWO

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,317
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 85 over Unnamed Draw is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 85 over Unnamed Draw in Goshen County, Wyoming. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,317 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,844 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS 85
CrossesUnnamed Draw
LocationLingle - Lusk
RouteU.S. Route 85
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.26963, -104.29947
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 inspectionMarch 2025
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 length21 ft (6.5 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 traffic1,317 (2024)
Projected traffic1,844 by 2043
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 US 85 over Unnamed Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 85 over Unnamed 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does US 85 over Unnamed Draw carry?

About 1,317 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 85 over Unnamed Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 85 over Unnamed Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.