US 26 over Sand Draw
FairPosted for loadGoshen County, Wyoming · Guernsey - Lingle · Structure no. BXR
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,620
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 over Sand Draw is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 26 over Sand Draw in Goshen County, Wyoming. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,620 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,668 by 2043. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long and 35 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 26 over Sand Draw built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 over Sand Draw 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 26 over Sand Draw carry?
About 2,620 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 26 over Sand Draw?
The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 26 over Sand Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.